Understanding the Windows Registry

What is the primary function of the Windows Registry?

• To store user documents

• To manage system configurations and settings

• To provide internet access

• To run antivirus software

How can you access the Registry Editor in Windows?

• By using Task Manager

• By typing 'regedit' in the Run dialog

• By clicking on the Start menu

• By opening the Control Panel

What is the structure of the Windows Registry similar to?

• A circular graph

• A spreadsheet

• A tree structure

• A flat file

What does the HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT key define?

• User-specific settings

• Network settings

• Standard class objects and file associations

• System hardware configurations

What is a class object in the context of the Windows Registry?

• A hardware component

• A named group of functions defining file interactions

• A network protocol

• A type of user account

Which registry key stores settings for the current user?

• HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT

• HKEY_USERS

• HKEY_CURRENT_USER

• HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE

What is a common manual registry edit related to startup programs?

• Changing desktop wallpaper

• Installing new software

• Deleting auto-starting programs

• Updating system drivers

What should you do before making changes to the registry?

• Delete all registry keys

• Create a backup of the registry

• Install a new operating system

• Disable antivirus software

What is the risk of making manual edits to the registry without proper knowledge?

• Increased internet speed

• Potential system instability or failure

• Enhanced graphics quality

• Improved system performance

Where should you store a backup of the registry?

• In the system's temporary files

• In the Recycle Bin

• In a safe place outside the computer

• On the same computer