my computer Is corrupt.

[russemartin]

Windows 7 Pro: there is so much corruption on my computer that I would like to start a System Recovery. I'm I right to assume that all my paid for E-downloaded programs will be lost and I assume that it means that my registry will revert back to day one. This is a big problem. I assume there is no other way. Please help me if there is.

[mdklassen]

>  I assume there is no other way. Please help me if there is.

Please explain what you mean by "corruption".

Also, see: https://www.magicaljellybean.com/keyfinder/

Run this "key-finder" on your computer to dig through your computer's files, to find the product-keys for quite a variety of software.

Then, after reinstalling, download the program, and enter its product-key, to reactivate the software.

[russemartin]

What I mean by corrupt is: 1. InstallShield Wizard stopped working 2. HP support assistance installer has stopped working and HPSF.exe. 3. Google Chrome update with error code 3 stopped updating, will not update. 4. Windows will not update. Plus, my registry is bloated. Thank you for your comeback.

[mdklassen · Accepted solution]

> my registry is bloated. 

Ouch! 

Have you been able to run that "keyfinder" program, to find the license-keys for all your programs?

If you have, and you have made a "backup" of all your personal files, bookmarks, and E-mail, then it is time to do a "clean" install of Windows 7.

> Thank you for your comeback.

Welcome to this forum.

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Also, click "Accept As Solution", when you are ready to accept a response.

[russemartin]

mdklassen: your rapid and comprehensive help is on the path of saving my soul.

Thank you, thank you, thank you.... I'm on my way.