What is System File Checker (SFC) and how can it help with BSOD errors?

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What is System File Checker (SFC) and how can it help with BSOD errors?
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System File Checker (SFC) is a built-in Windows tool that scans for and restores corrupted system files. Open Command Prompt as an administrator and run the command 'sfc /scannow'. This can fix BSODs caused by damaged or missing system files.