How to Check a Registry on Windows XP
One of the most vital components of your Windows XP operating system is the system registry. The registry is a database of all the system and user settings that your computer requires to operate. These settings dictate what programs start-up when the computer is turned on as well as many of the other vital operating areas of your computer. It is possible to view and edit the registry, and is often required in order to troubleshoot system errors. Great care should be taken whenever the registry is accessed since just one change to the registry can affect your entire system.
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Instructions
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Locate and click on the "Start" button on your Windows XP desktop.
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Click the "Run" shortcut and type "regedit" into the command dialog box which appears. Push "Ok" to access the registry.
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Click on the folders located in the left-hand window to locate individual registry files. These files will appear in the right-hand window once a folder is selected.
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Tips & Warnings
Always create a back-up of your registry before accessing it. In case of system error caused by changing registry files, you can restore the registry using the back-up.
