Tweaking Windows 7 Registry – Part 1

Just like the case is with previous Windows versions, Windows 7 registry system can be tuned up to maximize operating system performance.  Registry gets updated whenever you make a configuration change, such as installing a new software or hardware, personalizing the desktop with new wallpaper, etc.  Registry works in background for all the system functions and commands.

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Registry is massive and to make its operation more effective it is categorized in five sections, aka hives. 1) Classes Root – this hive contains data on all the installed software and file associations. 2) Current User – User’s customization of the computer system are stored here. 3) Local Machine – Hardware and system data. 4) Users – this is a sub-hive of current user section. 5) Current Configuration – System information and set up data that is loaded each time your PC boots up.

These main categories are further sub-divided.  The particular registry values are stored as registry keys and data.  Registry path is a directory line consisting of folders and sub-folders.

Even though you generally don’t see them, these Registry values and keys can be modified manually.  The main purpose of registry is to operate in background and coordinate system functions.  Windows does give you option to access registry manually and make changes as you see fit.  For example, by changing specific setting you can accelerate your Windows 7.  Before you make any modifications to it, make sure you back up entire registry.  This way, if you make a mistake you can always restore it to previous/original settings.