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Make a backup copy of your Windows XP Registry

Many of the tips and tricks here at 5 Star Support require editing the Windows Registry. In this tip, I will show you the correct way to perform a backup of your Windows Registry so that you can safely restore your systems registry files in the event something goes wrong. 

Go to Start>> Run. Type in: regedit [Enter] or click OK.

Once in the Registry Editor, choose File from the toolbar.

Select Export

In the resulting Export Registry File window (click image below), locate the "Save in:" selection menu. Choose a location for this file that will be easily found if needed. 

Name the file whatever you would like (I use the days date) in the "File name:" text box. 
At the bottom of the window you will see the Export Range category. Tick the "All" selection.

Click the Save button.