Computing Device Safe Mode Diagnosis for Third-Party App Isolation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for diagnosing computing devices fail to effectively identify issues caused by 3rd party applications, as they often require manual entry into safe mode, which is complex and not user-friendly, and do not isolate the impact of these applications on device functionality.
Innovation Solution
A diagnostic application that automatically sets the computing device to safe mode, selectively executes 3rd party applications one at a time, records test results, and identifies problematic applications by rerunning tests in safe mode to isolate and address issues.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If manual safe mode entry is used, then device can be diagnosed in isolated state, but user operation complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The diagnostic application automatically enters safe mode without requiring user intervention. The system performs self-service by detecting the need for safe mode, executing the transition, and managing the diagnostic process autonomously, eliminating the need for users to perform complex key combinations or manual steps.
Solution Approach 2:
The system prepares and configures safe mode entry in advance by installing the diagnostic application with pre-configured capabilities to automatically transition to safe mode. The application is pre-programmed with the knowledge and authority to enter safe mode, so when diagnosis is needed, the action is already prepared and can be executed immediately without user complexity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If all 3rd party applications are running, then device functionality is complete, but identifying problematic applications becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The diagnostic application segments the problem identification process by isolating each 3rd party application individually. It systematically disables and enables applications one at a time, testing device functionality after each change to identify which specific application causes problems. This segmentation transforms a complex simultaneous analysis into manageable sequential steps.
Solution Approach 2:
The diagnostic application acts as an intermediary between the user and the complex system of 3rd party applications. It manages the isolation and recombination of applications, controlling which applications run and when, thereby simplifying the detection process without requiring users to manually manipulate multiple applications simultaneously.
3Productivity
If automated diagnostic process is implemented, then diagnosis efficiency increases, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The diagnostic application is designed as a universal tool that handles multiple diagnostic functions within a single system. It can automatically enter safe mode, isolate applications, run tests, analyze results, and provide recommendations all through one application interface. This multi-functionality consolidates what would otherwise require multiple separate tools and manual steps into a single automated system.
Data Source
AI summary
A system and method may cause a computing device to operate according to a selected operational mode. A Diagnostic application may selectively execute one or more tests on the computing device; record a result of executing a test; and perform an action based on the result. An operational mode selected may be a safe mode that includes executing only a portion of an operating system and the diagnostic application. A test may include executing an application and selectively validating performance of one or more resources of a computing device while the application is executing. A test may include executing an application selected based on a rule related to a category of applications.