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Zander · 2011/01/28

My guess is that Arie is right. I had a look at the software on their site. It doesn't list all the tweaks available for System Tweaker but I see there's "restore to Windows default" button on the tweaks page of the program. I'd start by trying that. Then reboot and see if things are back to the way they should be.

If that doesn't do it, I see that Registry Booster has some sort of restore feature. I'd try using that to undo what the program did when you used it.

I don't think anybody is saying either of the programs is good or bad. It's just that sometimes these types of programs can cause problems like this if you aren't careful and just let the program do what it wants to do. This is especially true for any registry cleaner program. They can cause headaches if you aren't careful.

PeteC · 2011/01/29

I will add Broni, our Malware Analyst's guidance on Registry Cleaners, with which I agree 100% .....

Registry cleaners/optimizers are not recommended for several reasons:

Registry cleaners are extremely powerful applications that can damage the registry by using aggressive cleaning routines and cause your computer to become unbootable.

The Windows registry is a central repository (database) for storing configuration data, user settings and machine-dependent settings, and options for the operating system. It contains information and settings for all hardware, software, users, and preferences. Whenever a user makes changes to settings, file associations, system policies, or installed software, the changes are reflected and stored in this repository. The registry is a crucial component because it is where Windows "remembers" all this information, how it works together, how Windows boots the system and what files it uses when it does. The registry is also a vulnerable subsystem, in that relatively small changes done incorrectly can render the system inoperable. For a more detailed explanation, read Understanding The Registry.

Not all registry cleaners are created equal. There are a number of them available but they do not all work entirely the same way. Each vendor uses different criteria as to what constitutes a "bad entry ". One cleaner may find entries on your system that will not cause problems when removed, another may not find the same entries, and still another may want to remove entries required for a program to work.

Not all registry cleaners create a backup of the registry before making changes. If the changes prevent the system from booting up, then there is no backup available to restore it in order to regain functionality. A backup of the registry is essential BEFORE making any changes to the registry.

Improperly removing registry entries can hamper malware disinfection and make the removal process more difficult if your computer becomes infected. For example, removing malware related registry entries before the infection is properly identified can contribute to system instability and even make the malware undetectable to removal tools.

The usefulness of cleaning the registry is highly overrated and can be dangerous. In most cases, using a cleaner to remove obsolete, invalid, and erroneous entries does not affect system performance but it can result in "unpredictable results ".

Unless you have a particular problem that requires a registry edit to correct it, I would suggest you leave the registry alone. Using registry cleaning tools unnecessarily or incorrectly could lead to disastrous effects on your operating system such as preventing it from ever starting again. For routine use, the benefits to your computer are negligible while the potential risks are great.

Ed Bott's Webog: Why I don't use registry cleaners

Do I need a Registry Cleaner?

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kevinjustine · 2011/01/29

Pete, I appreciate the insight you and your references gave me! I wish I stated my intent in this forum before I purchased Uniblue. I have removed it from my system.

Again THANKS

KOD

kevinjustine · 2011/01/30

Well Guys I have done the research, and learned more than I ever believe I would or could know. I tried the different options you suggested, and found out the numbers of typos you can make is limitless. I looked at the option of using a DVD to recreate the registry. It told how to do it from the D drive, but I don't feel safe doing it that way. Nobody I know is using Win 7. They are all using XP or Vista. How can I get a copy of Windows 7 Home Premium 64bit?

THANKS

KOD

markmadras · 2011/01/30

What PC do you have? it may be possible to get restore discs from the manufacturer which will include all the drivers for your system. If not, you will have to buy a copy of your OS and download all the drivers for you PC, if you are going to do a re-installation.

PeteC · 2011/01/30

If your computer is OEM (Dell, HP ... ) there may well be a Recovery Partition to restore the computer to the 'as delivered' state. Look in your manual.

If so back up all your data and use the Recovery facility.

kevinjustine · 2011/02/02

I'm throwing in the towel and going to the vendor to get a copy of the operating system. I really would like to thank each and every one you who contributed, Arie, Markmadras, Pete, Steve, and Zander, to resolving my problem. I hope I didn't leave someone out. If I did I apologies. I have been involved with "computers" since 1960 and have never run across a group of people so willing to help.

I know I did something to ***** up the system. I've got to step back and re-build my system. I dread that.

I have a "couple" of questions before I close this thread. I know they don't fit under the original topic, but you will forgive me. I HOPE.
1. Is there any way I can place desk top applications into a folder?
2. Where/how can I get a Desktop Icon lock?
3. Is this right forum to pursue Office 2007 questions? My Deleted folder
says I have over 3000 deleted e-mails, but I can not locate them.

KOD

PeteC · 2011/02/02

Is there any way I can place desk top applications into a folder?
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A folder on the Desktop? Yes - right click on a space on the Desktop > New > Folder and drag the desktop application icons you require into that folder.

Where/how can I get a Desktop Icon lock?
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Do you mean a means of locking the desktop icons into place? Generally speaking the icons will stay where you put them unless you change the screen resolution. If you right click on the Desktop > View > Align icons to grid - this is the best choice and enables you to place the icons where you want them. Once rearranged I always click on right click on desktop > Refresh. This seems to do the trick.

As insurance I keep an up to date snip of the desktop to remind me where the icons should be

Is this right forum to pursue Office 2007 questions?
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No - for Outlook please use the Microsoft Mail forum.

kevinjustine · 2011/02/02

Pete, thanks. I have learned an awful over the last week or so. I hope I remember it for when I need the information in the future. I appreciate the answers for my last three, questions. How should I show my issue as closed?

Kevin

markmadras · 2011/02/02

Another happy ending

To mark the thread as resolved click on the Thread Tools tab in the top right hand corner of the first post and click on Resolved.

PeteC · 2011/02/03

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