Developed by Faronics Corporation, Deep Freeze is a system restoration tool that provides "Absolute Protection" for computers. It works by taking a snapshot of a workstation's desired configuration and settings. Once the system is "Frozen," any changes made by a user—whether intentional or accidental—are completely undone upon restart. This includes the installation of new software, the creation of files, and any modifications to system settings. Upon reboot, the computer is instantly restored to its original "Frozen" state, ensuring a clean, stable, and secure environment every single time.
Administrators can pre-configure Deep Freeze using a configuration file ( DFC64.exe with command-line switches) and then deploy via Group Policy or SCCM. The latest version adds support for pre-provisioning triggers.
To toggle between Frozen and Thawed states, users must have administrative credentials: and double-click the tray icon or press CTRL+ALT+SHIFT+F6 Authenticate: Enter the administrator password. Select State: "Boot Thawed" for maintenance or "Boot Frozen" for protection. The change only takes effect after a full system reboot.
: Fixed a vulnerability where users could bypass the Frozen state by booting into advanced Windows startup options. Deep Freeze Standard 8.60.020.5592 -Latest-
For administrators linking local endpoints to the Faronics Deep Freeze Cloud, this update introduces advanced Windows Update configurations. You can configure endpoints to pull (including feature, optional, and security patches) directly from Microsoft rather than relying strictly on WSUS. 3. Advanced Boot Security
Deep Freeze Standard 8.60.020.5592 continues to deliver reliable, bulletproof system protection, reducing IT support tickets by up to 63% by turning complex system troubleshooting into a simple system reboot.
By eliminating configuration drift and software issues, IT staff spend less time fixing computers. Developed by Faronics Corporation, Deep Freeze is a
Deep Freeze Standard 8.60 optimizes storage usage by preventing system bloat from temporary files, cache, and unwanted software installations accumulating over time.
: Protects mission-critical workstations from configuration drift and unauthorized "shadow IT" software.
Here is everything you need to know about build . This includes the installation of new software, the
In an era where malware, accidental configuration changes, and "system bloat" can cripple a computer's performance, Faronics remains the gold standard for workstation protection . Often described as a "reboot-to-restore" solution, this software ensures that no matter what changes a user makes to a computer, a simple restart brings it back to its original, pristine state.
In schools and universities, students often inadvertently break system configurations. Deep Freeze ensures that every class starts with a clean slate, drastically reducing IT support tickets regarding software configuration drift
Every system modification is completely discarded upon system restart.