What is the Windows Registry
The Windows registry is a directory that stores the options and the settings for the operating system Microsoft Windows. It contains information and settings for all the hardware, software, operating system, most of the non-operating system software, users, the settings of the PC, etc. Each time a user changes a settings in the Control Panel, the associations of files, system policies, or most of the installed software, the changes are recorded in the Registry.
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What does this actually mean?
Essentially the Windows Registry stores all the important information that makes your computer work. It is like a Filo-Fax for your computer with all its useful information in. As with all Filo-Faxs from time to time they need a bit of a clean out and tidy up to make sure they are as easy to use and accurate as possible. You can check your computer's registry for errors by clicking the scan my computer link below. This will redirect you to a page offering free windows registry error scans.
Do I Have Windows Registry Errors |
Fix Windows Registry Errors |
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