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What are Environment Variables in Windows 10?

In Windows 10, as in other operating systems, environment variables are a set of dynamic values that provide information to running processes and applications about the environment in which they are operating.  These variables contain information about system paths, user settings, and other configuration options that affect how software behaves. Environment variables are used to store information that can be accessed and used by applications and scripts. Here are a few key aspects of environment variables in Windows 10: 1. System Environment Variables:  These variables are global and apply to the entire operating system. They are set by the Windows operating system and can include values such as system paths, system directories, and configuration settings that are common to all users. 2. User Environment Variables:  These variables are specific to each user profile on the system. They can be customized by individual users to set preferences and configuration options that apply only to