CheckSum the sz development

Use this command to install CheckSum:

winget install --id=the-sz.CheckSum -e

Calculate a new checksum for a given PE image. This is needed for device drivers since Windows NT checks the checksum before loading the driver.

CheckSum is a utility designed to calculate a new checksum for a given Portable Executable (PE) image file. This functionality is essential for device drivers since Windows NT and its subsequent versions verify the checksum before loading the driver.

Key Features:

Calculates a new checksum for PE image files, ensuring compliance with Windows requirements.
Command-line support for batch processing or integration into development workflows.
Compatibility with various Windows operating systems, including Windows 10, Windows 7, and older versions.
Can be installed via winget, streamlining setup for developers.

Audience & Benefit: Ideal for software developers working on device drivers to ensure their code meets Windows' validation requirements. CheckSum simplifies the checksum calculation process, enabling developers to verify and correct PE headers efficiently. This tool helps maintain driver compatibility and reliability across different Windows environments.