Backup software for MS Windows® 7/Vista/XP/2000 or 2008/2003 Server
Registry
Registry, first initiated in Windows 95, is the central location for program information in subsequent Windows operating systems and applications. This replaced Windows .INI files for each application and for Windows itself.
The Registry consists of the following major sections:
HKEY_Classes_Root - file associations and OLE information
HKEY_Current_User - all preferences set for current user
HKEY_User - all the current user information for each user of the system
HKEY_Local_Machine - settings for hardware, operating system, and installed applications
HKEY_Current_Configuration - settings for the display and printers
HKEY_Dyn_Data - performance data
Most Windows applications write data to the Registry, at least during installation. You can edit the Registry directly by using the Registry Editor (regedit.exe) provided with the operating system. However, you must take great care because errors in the Registry could disable your computer.
Backing up your registry will save you from trouble should you catch a virus, fail to uninstall a program or delete an entry by mistake. Handy Backup has special free included plugin for system registry backup.
Backup Term of the Day
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Backup Terms Glossary
The current glossary explains various terms that you may come across while working with Handy Backup or other backup software.
Handy Backup is a popular utility for Windows that is famous for its flexibility and ease of use.
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