Actually there are several methods to backup Windows registry. Some of them, I’m discussing in this article.
Method 1: Using System Restore
When we create a system restore point in Windows XP, it backs up the following items:
- Registry
- DllCache
- Local User Profile
- COM+ and WMI databases
- IIS Metabase
So if you want to backup the registry, creating a restore point is the safest way to do so. To create a restore point go to Start –> All Programs –> Accessories –> System Tools –> System Restore. Create a system restore point from there.
Medhod 2: Backing up Individual registry keys
If you want to backup individual registry keys, go to Start –> Run –> regedit
This will open the registry editor. Go to the registry you want to backup, right click it and select Export.

Method 3: Backing up the whole registry
To backup the whole registry, go to Start –> Run –> regedit
This will open the registry editor. Go to File –> Export. This will open the save registry dialog. After the name, select “All” from Export Range and save the registry.

Method 4:
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