Tuesday, January 31, 2012

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What Is The Windows or Computer “Registry” Anyway ?

Posted: 30 Jan 2012 09:15 PM PST

The Registry also known as the Windows "Registry" or Computer "Registry" - is a hierarchical database that stores configuration settings and options on Microsoft Windows operating systems. It contains settings for low-level operating system components as well as the applications running on the platform: the kernel, device drivers, services, SAM, user interface and third party applications all make use of the registry. The registry also provides a means to access counters for profiling system performance.

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