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Before making any changes to the Windows registry, whether manually or using and software, it's advisable to take a backup. Editing incorrectly the registry can result even in system crash.

It is easy to back up your registry. When you have the registry open follow these steps: Click File Click EXPORT

A new window appears - this is the save window Type in a name for the saved registry - preferably give it a date, this makes it easier. Click on the circle for ALL - this backs up the entire registry. Safer in case you need to make a couple of changes to the registry. Click save Done Couple of important notes on the registry. Make sure you store the saved registry anywhere but your desktop! It's too easy to accidently double click on it and re-import it, thus deleting all your previous edits. This could cause a lot of problems. Also - NEVER edit your registry unless you are 100% sure you know what you are doing or have been give instructions by a trusted source. An incorrect edit could completely disable your operating system which in turn means you would not be able to use your computer. This is a costly mistake people make all the time. It is easy to make a mistake and destablise your computer. At the very least you may end up reinstalling Windows.

Just because you read a neat Registry Fix/Hack doesn't mean it will work or is a valid fix. Always double check that it is a real fix. There is a lot of incorrect hacks for the registry floating around on the internet - better to be safe than sorry.

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