Purpose
The Windows System Assessment Tool (WinSAT) assesses the performance characteristics and capabilities of a computer.
Developers can use this API to develop software that can access the performance and capability information of a
computer to determine the optimal application settings based on that computer's performance capabilities.
Users can use the results of a formal assessment to determine which scenarios and applications will perform well on a computer. For example,
if a software package contains a rating on its packaging, a user can use the rating to determine whether the software will run well on the computer.
Developer Audience
WinSAT is designed for C, C++, and Visual Basic developers and those who write scripts.
Run-Time Requirements
WinSAT is available starting with the Windows Vista operating system.
In This Section
| Topic | Description | Using WinSAT | Procedural guide for initiating assessments, retrieving scores, and retrieving assessment details. |
WinSAT Reference | Reference information for the WinSAT API, samples, and schema. |
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