Deep Freeze works by "freezing" your desired system configuration. Any changes made during a user session—whether it's installing unapproved software, accidentally deleting system files, or contracting a virus—are instantly wiped away upon a simple restart.
| Metric | Without Deep Freeze | Deep Freeze 8.60.020.5592 (Frozen) | |--------|---------------------|--------------------------------------| | Boot time (cold) | 18 sec | 21 sec (+3 sec) | | 4K random write (CrystalDiskMark) | 245 MB/s | 212 MB/s (-13%) | | App launch (Chrome) | 0.8 sec | 0.9 sec | | Large file copy (5GB) | 9 sec | 10 sec | | Install stress (100MB writes) | normal | 2% overhead | Deep Freeze Standard 8.60.020.5592 -Latest-
By using Deep Freeze Standard, organizations can enjoy several benefits, including: Deep Freeze works by "freezing" your desired system
Do not download cracked versions—they are riddled with ransomware droppers as of 2025. accidentally deleting system files