Windows Registry News July 10 2009

10 common issues you can fix with a registry hack

Sometimes, configuring Windows to meet your needs requires a trip to the registry editor. Here's a look at some simple hacks that can save you time and prevent a variety of problems.

TechRepublic:

 http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/10things/?p=855

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How to refine your Windows Registry

The Windows Registry is something that a surprising number of people are completely unaware of or actively avoid and with good reason.

Personal Computer World:

http://www.pcw.co.uk/personal-computer-world/features/2245399/refine-registry

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Software Tool provides instant relief from registry errors.

Leveraging AI technology to deliver instant relief from registry errors and slow performance, Registry Fox runs under Windows 98/2000/XP/2003/Vista. It can assess state of Registry in seconds and then impose proper fix needed to rectify each problem. Exceeding all standards for current diagnostic scanners, program safely and efficiently corrects problems at root of PC trouble - from correcting ...

ThomasNet:

 http://news.thomasnet.com/fullstory/562423

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Add Open File Location to the XP Context Menu [Windows Tip]

The Tweaking with Vishal web site writes up a quick, but useful, registry hack that adds an "Open File Location" item to the context menu, just like Windows 7 or Vista has already. Applying the...

Lifehacker:

  http://lifehacker.com/5308525/add-open-file-location-to-the-xp-context-menu

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Microsoft Warns of Zero-Day ActiveX Vulnerability in Windows XP

Microsoft is warning Windows XP users to take immediate action to protect themselves from an ActiveX security flaw that's already being exploited, particularly in Asia.

Digital Trends:

 http://news.digitaltrends.com/article20346.html  

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