| What is Windows Registry? |
Windows system registry is a centralized hierarchical database used by various Windows-based operating systems to store computer configuration information. Microsoft Windows has one fundamental location (registry) where files are kept including those containing the settings and options for the operating system, softwares, hardwares, and other functions that allow our computers to run smoothly if properly maintained. If registry repair and scans are not conducted, over time, various corrupt files can create a nightmare of symptoms for users.
The details kept on Window registry include the following:
- Applications installed on the computer
- Property settings for folders and applications
- Hardware devices installed on the system
- User profiles, settings, options & preferences
- System Policies
- File Associations
- Ports under use
Whenever you install any new software or make some changes in the control panel of your computer system, all the changes that have been made will be automatically stored in your windows registry, or in a simple language it copies all the work that you have done on your pc.
Windows registry can be likened to the central part of your brain. So in order to keep your registry working in proper order, it is really important to keep it safe.
Registry errors get generated from software installs/de-installs, creating new users (due to preference keys), when chat programs are used, and when software is used to open new files.
This can create a large registry size which requires compression. Each of these causes requires the need for registry repair through a complete registry scan on an ongoing basis.