Diagnostics Log Exporter - README
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Windows Diagnostics Collection and Uploader Tool

Version: 1.0.0.0
Author: IT Department
Company: IT Support
Copyright 2026 IT Support

EXECUTABLE INFORMATION
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File: Diagnostics_Log_Exporter.exe
Size: 11.34 MB
Build Date: 2026-05-19 11:19

PURPOSE
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This tool collects Windows diagnostic information to assist IT support
with troubleshooting system issues. It gathers:
- Windows Event Logs (Application, System, Security)
- Minidumps (crash logs)

HOW TO USE
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0. VERY IMPORTANT - Make sure you are contect to internet. Otherwise app will not be able to upload the logs to your IT Team!
1. Right click on executable and "Run as administrator"
2. Follow the on-screen instructions
3. The tool will create a ZIP file on your Desktop
4. Send this ZIP file to your IT support team

LEGITIMACY & ANTIVIRUS
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This is a legitimate IT support tool. It is NOT malware.

If your antivirus flags this file:
1. This is a FALSE POSITIVE (common with Python-compiled executables)
2. Add the file to your antivirus exclusions
3. Or temporarily disable antivirus while running

Why might it be flagged?
- Python executables are sometimes flagged incorrectly
- The tool accesses system logs (which looks suspicious to AV)
- It creates ZIP files (which can trigger heuristics)

PRIVACY & SECURITY
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• Only system diagnostic data is collected
• No personal files are accessed
• No data is sent automatically
• All data stays on your computer until you send it

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
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• Windows 7, 8, 10, or 11

TROUBLESHOOTING
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If the tool doesn't run:
• Ensure you're running as Administrator
• Check that your antivirus isn't blocking it
• Try running from C:\ drive (not network drive)

If you see "Windows protected your PC":
• Click "More info"
• Click "Run anyway"
• This is Windows SmartScreen, not a virus detection

SUPPORT
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For questions or concerns, contact your IT department.

TECHNICAL DETAILS
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Built with: Python 3.14.5 + PyInstaller
Includes: tkinter, win32evtlog, pywin32
Excludes: All unnecessary libraries for minimal size
Compression: No UPX (better antivirus compatibility)
