Tools to Check PCs for Registry Errors

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Registry errors are one of the leading causes of computer crashes, freezing and unresponsive programs. Computer users who are experiencing any of these issues should run a registry cleaning program on their systems. Running a quality registry optimization and cleaning tool can also keep the computer running smoothly even when there are no evident problems.

Registry Mechanic

Registry Mechanic is made by PC Tools, and it is a popular choice for home users. Some computers come with PC Tools installed, so users should check their systems to see if Registry Mechanic is already available. If the tool is not available, it can be downloaded at pctools.com/registry-mechanic/. The program is designed to download fast and run quickly, making it easy to find registry problems and resolve them.

CCleaner is one of the most widely used registry cleaning and optimization programs on the market. This free program is a favorite with computer technicians and computer repair people. In addition to looking for orphaned registry keys and unreferenced programs, CCleaner also searches for unneeded temporary files and duplicate information. The changes made by CCleaner can be easily reversed if the user makes a mistake.

Clean My Registry is another popular registry cleaning tool, and it is also a free program. Clean My Registry is compatible with all recent versions of Windows, including Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7. The changes made can be easily reversed in case problems arise. This program is designed to run fast, making it a perfect choice for regular scheduled registry scanning and optimization.