To backup the whole Windows XP registry please follow these steps.
1. Click Start, click Run, type %SystemRoot%\system32\restore\rstrui.exe, and then click OK.
2. On the Welcome to System Restore page, click Create a restore point, and then click Next .
3. On the Create a Restore Point page, type a name for the restore point and then click [...]
It is important to back up the registry before making any changes to it. Incorrect changes to the registry can result in permanent data loss or corrupted files.
To edit Windows registry:
1. Click Start > Run
2. Type regedit at the box
3. Click OK
4. Windows registry will appear.
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Starting computer in SafeMode was useful when troubleshooting computer problems by limiting the resources it loads when Windows is started.
1. During boot-up process Press F8 on keyboard continuously until selection appears
2. Use Arrow Up+Down to select SafeMode on the selections menu.
3. Hit Enter to proceed.
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Information provided on this page is How to disable System Restore on Windows XP and prevent the viruses on infected data from being restored. System Restore is part of Windows XP, which was by default is turned on during the installation process. Turning Off system restore may remove previous restore points so it is advised to do this [...]