Windows Registry
Windows Registry is a database which stores settings and options for the Microsoft Windows operating system. It contains information and settings for all the hardware, software, users, and preferences of the PC. Whenever a user makes changes to "Control Panel" settings, or file associations, system policies, or installed software, the changes are reflected and stored in the registry.
See also: Windows Registry Backup
Term of the Day
- Hard Disk Image Software
- Disk image is a complete copy of all hard drive data, which is made on a physical level. Disk images are created through a fundamentally different... More about Hard Disk Image Software...
Backup Software Glossary
Current glossary explains various terms that you may come across while working with Handy Backup or other backup software.
Handy Backup is a backup utility for Windows Servers and PCs that is famous for its flexibility and ease of use.
The glossary contains 473 terms. The current section General IT contains 41 terms.
Other "General IT" Terms
- Hot swap
- To pull out a component from a system and plug in a new one while the main power is still on. Also called "hot plug" and "hot insertion," hot swap... More about Hot swap...
- Registry
- Registry, first initiated in Windows 95, is the central location for program information in subsequent Windows operating systems and applications... More about Registry...
- Device
- A device is any machine or component that attaches to a computer. Examples of devices include disk drives, printers, mice, and modems. These... More about Device...
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