Windows 10 Control Panel applets are individual small programs within the Control Panel that allow users to manage specific system settings and configurations on their computer. Each applet focuses on a particular feature or group of related features, such as hardware, software, user accounts, networking, and security.
Administrative Tools
Access to system management utilities like Event Viewer and Services, user and group management, Disk Management.
Display
Modify screen resolution, color quality, and font size.
User Accounts
Alternate tool Run - LUSRMGR.MSC
Manage account settings, passwords, and user privileges.
Network and Sharing Center
Configure and troubleshoot network connections.
LAN , WAN, and create and manage VPN connections also.
Programs and Features
Display installed programs, Turn on/off Windows Features
Uninstall or manage installed software.
Sound
It is used to manage sound card properties.
Adjust audio devices and volume settings.
Devices and Printers
View and manage connected devices like printers and external hardware.
Manage Printers, Scanners, Multimedia Devices and other HW.
Security and Maintenance
Receive notifications about system security and maintenance.
Power Options
Manage power-saving settings and sleep modes.
We can set up Hibernation for Laptops to save data using Temp ids.
Windows Defender Firewall
Configure the firewall settings to allow or block network traffic.
We can set the rules. It can block malwares (viruses).