subject: Tips for fixing Most Common Registry Errors [print this page] We all know that the Windows Registry is one of the most important features of a computer. Important information related to hardware, operating system software, user settings, and various applications are stored in Windows Registry. In fact, the computer cannot run without the Registry. And the most important thing to remember is if there are too many registry errors, the computer may run slow and unstable. And even the operating system can stop running.
The hardware of the computer might also be affected due to registry errors. Here you will find the most common registry errors and.
Registry Access Is Slow
Is your computer slow on startup? Does it freeze up too often? The Registry might be too stuffed. You need to run some Registry cleanup to make the operating system run faster. You can clean the Windows registry on your own but be careful. If you accidentally delete a vital entry, it may seriously harm your computer. If you cannot fix the Registry, you can talk to an online pc repair company.
Invalid File Extension
"Invalid file extension" is another Windows Registry error. Most of the times, this error occurs when Windows fail to associate a file extension with a file type. The fact is each file association comprises the ProgID of a program and it is used to handle files of that type. And registry error occurs if a file type is associated with an invalid ProgID. A Registry fix needs to be initiated to sort the problem out.
Obsolete Entries in Windows Registry
We uninstall software quite often but most of the times some programs don't get uninstalled properly. Some programs also leave invalid Registry keys in the computer. If you frequently install and uninstall programs, loads of invalid entries are stored in the registry. And the system takes more time to access the Registry for the specific file. As a result, the speed of the computer decreases. You can try with some Registry Cleaner software which are available in internet for free. Getting in touch with a computer services company may also resolve the issue.
