CCleaner Utility Tool

I've used the Registry Cleaner with CCleaner several times with no problems. Whether doing so has helped my PC in any way is debatable.

Hi

I have used it many times without problems.

Just use the backup  feature. I made a folder for the CCleaner backups and after

a month i just delete them.

The only (few) times I  have used a registry cleaner (in cluding CCleaner) is when an uninstall of software failed and I had to uninstall it manually. However, I check each item found to make sure it's really redundant. Never blindly use the fix all option.

That said, CCleaner's registry scan is somewhat less aggressive than other registry cleaners I have tested, and consequently what it finds is mostly safe to fix.

I have never solved any problem nor seen any improvement in performance following use of a registry cleaner, and stopped using them long ago. These boards are filled with posts detailing the problems they can cause when used as a general maintenance tool. In experienced hands, and for specific fixes, as indicated above they may be of some use. I have usually been able to find specific registry edits for such problems.

I use CCleaner, but only for general cleanup, and stay away from the applications and 'issues'.

YMMV

You can also use Autoruns or Spybot S&D to delete msconfig startup entry.

In Spybot, choose Advanced Mode, select Tools, and click System Startup.

Thanks everyone for your comments. Good advise. I'm not sure I will use it. my computer is working to good to take a chance. I just have one problem with my registry that I would like to correct. That is a double entry in msconfig startup. I got it after I uninstalled McAfee. I would like to get rid of it. I thought maybe cleaning up my registry may get rid of it. I will make a post one of these times maybe someone can help me with the issue. Thanks again.

Hi

You could try MSCONFIG -CLEANUP   Check it out here

  http://www.softpedia.com/get/System/Launchers-Shutdown-Tools/MSConfig-Cleanup.shtml

Message Edited by redwolfe_98 on 08-19-200602:49 AM

Thanks! Some good information. I will take a look at suggestions.

There is also some mcafee utility removal tools. Also that could be why that is there.

http://www.softpedia.com/get/Tweak/Uninstallers/AV-Uninstaller-Tool.shtml

The actual links or tools Is kinda hard to try but try this and see if it helps.

I have made the right instructions to how to use the ccleaner issues fixer. If youve used other than these options you may really affect your pc in the future. Fair warning If you already have.

CCleaner - (Please only check these for the Issues Section Under Registry Integrity- Missing Shared DLLs, Applications, Fonts, Application Paths, Help Files, Obsolete Software, Run At Startp, Start Menu Ordering, MUI Cache, And all FI. Make a backup only if you feel neccesary but it would be wise to do that. If you feel you do not need to make a backup and feel sure that you do not need a backup please feel free to not make once as doing this may help or not help you.-In settings try to have it on NSA 7 passes.

For the windows tab check everything except autocomplete form history. Also here is a registry guide for learning.

http://www.winguides.com/article.php?id=1&page=1&guide=registry

And FOr ccleaner I dont usually make backups. As long as those instuctions are followed and chkdsk twice a month like once every 15 days you should be fine. (or ust once a month middle). Registry Mechannic is also a good tool. Shows you where to go. Use guide to help learn. Some registries may also be infetions. So to help solve this get adware se/spybot and some other good ones. If needed more help here Is my website. Outdated for now but still helpful.

http://www.freewebs.com/gmanson/index.htm