, hopefully by now you also know more on the subject of how your windows operating system functions. 'non-related' registry keys often cause problems with your windows and probably the only way to detect the obsolete keys is by employing a repair tool. As a rule of thumb, i recommend that you check out the state of the registry when doing regular maintenance such as backups - a weekly check is a good idea. In the days to come, will windows still include the registry element or will it be somehow improved upon or removed? Might there be a less "exposed" alternative? I'm sure everyone is aware of the registry's weaknesses, so let's hope so! Before you go, if your friends or family are having troubles with their pcs, why not help them out by forwarding this information; no doubt they'll welcome any help they can get.