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One of the key places to pinpoint problems in Windows operating systems is the registry. Most programs install a key somewhere in the Windows registry. The registry is also very sensitive. There is no save changes, all changes are made at the time of editing.
A few points I think should be discussed. Many operating system manufacturers are increasingly making their systems fool proof. Microsoft does it, Apple does it, and many distros of Linux have done it. A point to discuss is why hasn't Mircosoft set up the registry to allow for errors? Why does it increasinly "baby" it's users, but keep its registry mistake prone? With software such as HijackThis allowing people to see registry entries to stop spyware, more people are going to change entries.
When I learnt Visual Basic, within my first week, I learnt how to access the Windows registry. I also learnt how to completely clear it, rendering Windows useless. Why this lack of security? If I can make a program like that, what stops a cracker creating some malware from doing the same thing? Why didn't Microsoft only allow the Registry to be accessed by the Administrator account (the one that can be loaded up in Safe Mode)?
The idea of having certain information for all programs grouped together in one file is good. It's organised. However, having keys for the operation of mere applications and keys for the operation of the system together seems silly to me. Why not have a second registry for applications? This will protect the main registry, and allow the system to boot even if the application registry is tampered with. It's far more desireable to be able to get the system to start than it is, say Word. If Word doesn't start, at least you have your files in tact, and are easily able to retrieve them. You can also just re-install Word and you're good to go again.
As you can see, I think the registry is sloppy, but a good idea. With some work it can be safer, and easier to use.
A few points I think should be discussed. Many operating system manufacturers are increasingly making their systems fool proof. Microsoft does it, Apple does it, and many distros of Linux have done it. A point to discuss is why hasn't Mircosoft set up the registry to allow for errors? Why does it increasinly "baby" it's users, but keep its registry mistake prone? With software such as HijackThis allowing people to see registry entries to stop spyware, more people are going to change entries.
When I learnt Visual Basic, within my first week, I learnt how to access the Windows registry. I also learnt how to completely clear it, rendering Windows useless. Why this lack of security? If I can make a program like that, what stops a cracker creating some malware from doing the same thing? Why didn't Microsoft only allow the Registry to be accessed by the Administrator account (the one that can be loaded up in Safe Mode)?
The idea of having certain information for all programs grouped together in one file is good. It's organised. However, having keys for the operation of mere applications and keys for the operation of the system together seems silly to me. Why not have a second registry for applications? This will protect the main registry, and allow the system to boot even if the application registry is tampered with. It's far more desireable to be able to get the system to start than it is, say Word. If Word doesn't start, at least you have your files in tact, and are easily able to retrieve them. You can also just re-install Word and you're good to go again.
As you can see, I think the registry is sloppy, but a good idea. With some work it can be safer, and easier to use.
