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Hello All,
I have been trying to create a registry entry which my Script file searches for and performs
a certain action upon successfully identifying it.
HKLM/Software/XYZ
XYZ is the key I am creating. XYZ also has a subkey making it
HKLM/Software/XYZ/ABC
Now I am adding a string value to ABC...
The easiest way to start Regedit is to hit the Window key on your keyboard, type regedit, and then hit Enter. (You can also do this by clicking on the Start button as well.)
Before you make any changes it's probably smart to back up the key or subkey you're planning on tinkering with. Once...