By Andrew Welks

The Windows registry is an extremely important part of any Windows operating system. Every windows operating system, ranging from Windows9X to Vista has
a registry, which is a central database of information about the different programs, software, hardware and other configuration and system related details. Every time a change is made to any application or setting in the system, the registry gets updated. That is why, over a period of time, the registry becomes full of information, most of which is redundant, incorrect or incomplete. It is tougher for the operating system to scan and retrieve information from a bloated registry than from a registry which is smaller and more organized, like it is when you install a new operating system.

You can make your registry as good as new once again by formatting your computer and installing the operating system and all other applications and programs once more. However, as we all know, this is quite a tedious and time consuming process, not to forget costly if you are getting it done by someone else. An easier and quicker way of repairing your registry is by running a registry repair and cleaning software on your computer. Registry cleaning software’s are very economically and competitively priced and can be easily downloaded from the Internet. Most companies also offer a trial version for free. In order to repair your registry quickly and easily using registry repair software, just follow the instructions given below.

Create a Backup of The Registry: Most registry repair programs will automatically prompt you for creating a backup of your registry. However, there are some that do not. It is advised that you create a backup manually by going to run and typing Regedit. Go to the File menu and click on Export Registry. You will get a dialog box prompting you to name and save the registry file. Save the file on your computer and also on an external device like a CD or flash drive. This backup will restore your system to its earlier state in case you start experiencing problems after cleaning your registry. A good software will ensure that you do not need to revert back to the previous registry.

Download a Good Registry Repair Program: Any search for a registry cleaning or repair program will throw back hundreds of results. Select a registry cleaning program that you feel will meet the needs and requirements of your system. RegEasy, RegCure, Error Nuker and Registry Repair Pro are some of the best programs available nowadays.

Install and Run The Program: Once you have downloaded the registry cleaner on your system, install it following all the instructions and start running the application. When you start running the application, most programs will ask you to create a backup of the registry. Do so even if you have made a backup before. You might also be asked whether you want a full scan or a selective scan. Run a full scan if you are running a program like this for the first time. In no time at all, the registry repair software would have compiled a list of all the errors, invalid entries, incomplete file paths as well as corrupt entries in your registry. All you would need to do now is click on the clean and repair icon and your registry will be restored toship shape.