FAQ
What is the Windows registry?
The Windows registry is a library of files, keys, and data that is part of the Windows operating system. The registry is used by the operating system to hold configuration information for the PC, store software settings, and information required to communicate with hardware devices installed on the PC.
What causes the registry to become unstable?
During normal PC use, the registry can become fragmented or unstable. This is caused by frequent installation/uninstallation of software, software configuration changes and hardware installations. As these events happen, keys and data within the registry can become unused or incorrect, causing instability in the software or devices that access them.
Why should I use a registry cleaner?
By using a registry scanning tool, problems caused by invalid data in the registry can be removed and/or corrected. Without correcting these errors, can result in further instability and possible data loss.
How do I keep my PC running in peak condition?
With the right registry cleaning tool , you can scan your system to correct instability within the registry. This will restore your registry to a condition that will increase performance. To maintain that level of performance, most registry scanning tools provide a scheduling feature to perform automated backups and scans of your PC. This will ensure that your system maintains a constant level of performance.
I'm receiving errors when using my PC. Can I fix it myself?
Fixing your registry manually can be daunting task and is not recommended. Making changes to the registry manually can render your system inoperable. For more information, please see this article.
How do I know if my PC problems are related to the registry?
Depending on the problem, it is usually recommended to scan your system with updated anti-virus, adware, and spyware tools to remove any other problems that might be affecting your PC.
Once these scans are completed, a registry scan should be done to resolve any further errors with the PC.
What is the best registry cleaner to use?
See this article for more information on selecting a registry scanning tool. You can also view the list of products we compared to see how they stack up against each other.
