If the registry settings are corrupted or one or more files are missing from the registry then you might come across errors like “Windows sockets registry entries required for network connectivity are missing” on your computer.

Registry repair and Cleaning

What Is a Registry Cleaner?

• What registry key is missing? I would suggest running these Windows/system repairs to see if these repairs will create this missing registry entry: - Open Command Prompt as administrator (search for it within the Windows start menu right-click run as administrator) - Enter: sfc /scannow.
• Fatally missing registry entries - v3.06 - 1.12.2 #1833. Closed TaoMaxim opened this issue Apr 14, 2018 1 comment Closed.
• Apr 26, 2016 The Windows Sockets (Winsocks) registry entries are not really missing, of course. It would be more accurate to say they are corrupted or incongruent with what the system expects.
• If a registry cleaner had wiped out your AutoPlay entries or the entries are missing for some unknown reason, use the registry file in this article to reinstate the default entries in Windows 10.The AutoPlay entries are stored in these two registry keys: HKEYCURRENTUSERSOFTWAREMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionExplorerAutoplayHandlersand.

If you own a Windows PC, you'll be used to performing some basic maintenance tasks to keep it running smoothly and prevent problems with applications or files. Most of us regularly update our virus definitions, empty the Recycle Bin and so on.

When it comes to PC maintenance, a Registry Cleaner should also be part of your toolkit. Its purpose is to keep your Windows Registry tidy, efficient and help applications to run without a hitch.

But What's the Registry?

Think of the Registry as a database. On every Windows PC, the Registry stores preferences and settings for applications and the Windows operating system itself.

Windows does a good job of keeping the registry up-to-date, but doesn't tidy up after itself very well. Over time, as you install and uninstall applications, the registry can become littered with old entries. These can cause error messages and slow the computer down. If you want to ensure that your PC functions correctly, and remains fast, you'll need to clean it up.

Malware

Malicious applications (malware) can also cause Registry problems. Even when the software has been removed, the remnants of that application may remain - causing error messages and slowdowns. Cleaning the Registry can help to remove all this left over data.

Identity Theft

Many applications save data in the Registry, this may include personal information, such as your email address or passwords. After removing the application, some of this data may remain - creating a security risk! Cleaning the Registry will remove this left over personal data and help prevent data theft should someone get access to your computer.

Can I edit the Registry myself?

Technically, you can edit the Windows Registry 'by hand'. But there are two key reasons not to:

- It's really easy to change the wrong setting

- If you make a mistake, the consequences might be quite severe. (For example, your PC might refuse to start)

How To Find Registry Entries

That's why Registry Cleaners exist - To do the job for you!

Benefits of Registry Cleaner Software

Once your Registry has been cleaned up, you will likely notice a performance boost and any error messages you saw whilst using your computer previously will be gone.

Registry Cleaner will remove entries for non-existent applications, and it'll also fix invalid or corrupted entries i.e. it will repair your registry. You'll probably find your computer starts much more quickly too!

Show Registry Entries

How do I fix registry errors?

Registry Entries Windows 10

The great news is that CCleaner contains one of the most used and respected Registry Cleaners on the market today. We encourage you to download and try it out, we know you'll like the results!