Windows Registry

The Windows Registry is the catalogue or reference source for a computer. When you open a program, the computer asks the registry details about where the program is stored. The registry stores references to settings and values for the operating system,system hardware etc. Basically, everything going out and coming into the computer is stored in the registry. It is like an index or a table of contents for a thick text book.

 Only those with a thorough knowledge of the registry should fiddle with it. Before playing with the registry, make sure that you back up your computer's data and settings. If you make a mistake while changing the registry and it isn't backed up, you might lose important information that makes your computer misbehave.


Just like every other machine, be it a computer or a rifle, the registry needs cleaning and organization. Using a good registry cleaner will help you clean your computer registry without you needing to know its specifics.One such registry cleaner is CCleaner
You can download it here.

STEPS TO FIND YOUR COMPUTER'S REGISTRY:

1. Click on Start>All Programs>Accessories>System Tools
2. Click on System Restore. Use this feature to create a backup.
3. Go to Start and click run o
   r, you can press the "Windows Key"+R, once you do this, a small window will pop up. Type in 'regedit' without the quotes. Press Enter.
4. This will bring up your registry. Don't change any values unless you know what you're doing.

This is what it looks like.