What is the Windows Registry? The windows registry is simply a database that the operating system uses to keep track of relationships between the hardware and the software on the computer system. The registry keeps track of important start-up options, and knows all the software that’s installed on the computer. That is why it is important to keep the registry clean in Windows.
Back in the days of Windows 95, each program had separate .ini files that kept track of each individual configuration for all the software that was installed. The problem with that was, because each program had a separate .ini file, they were scattered all over the hard drive, and too hard to keep track of. Then they decided to consolidate all of that information in a central database (ie the Registry) for easy access, and efficient work. The problem with having everything in one spot, however, is if that one location gets damaged or tampered with in the wrong way (accidents, viruses/spyware, kids maybe?), it could render the entire system unbootable and would require someone with some technical know-how to re-install the operating system software. In the most mild case, it would render a...
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