Top Tips To Resolve DLL Errors
by Rekha[ Edit ] 2009-12-28 16:20:40
There are hundreds of DLL files on a Windows computer. Out of which, files such as kernel32.dll and framedyn.dll are shipped along with Windows and files like npptools.dll and xvidcore.dll are added when you add various third-party programs on the system.
With a large number of DLL files in a single computer, there can be several causes of DLL errors. Here are some simple tips to help you deal with some of the common causes of DLL errors.
Tip 1: Avoid frequent download and installation of programs from the Internet. Quite often shareware and freeware programs available on the Internet are not tested sufficiently and their installation may copy buggy DLL and other files that may generate errors on your computer. Many of these shareware and freeware programs are also known to be loaded with malware, such as spyware and adware, which may stealthily install on your computer and cause various problems and errors.
Tip 2: Be extremely careful while installing and uninstalling applications. While installing you must make sure that you do not overwrite any existing DLL file with an outdated version of file because this may lead to missing DLL file errors. You also need to make sure that when you uninstall a program, you do not remove any DLL file that is being shared with other software on your computer.
Tip 3: Regularly update your computer software: Outdated files are one of the major causes of DLL errors. To prevent this, you must ensure that software on your computer is updated periodically. To update Microsoft-related products, it is usually enough to keep the Windows Automatic Update feature always enabled. You may use a reliable driver scanner tool to ensure that your drivers are automatically updated.
Tip 4: Keep your PC free from malware infections. You can achieve efficient malware protection of your computer with the help of efficient antivirus, antispyware and firewall. You must configure these programs to work in real time and protect your PC from various infections.
Tip 5: Scan and clean your registry: Incorrect registry entries may also generate DLL errors on your computer. To fix and prevent these issues, you need to scan and clean your registry with the help of efficient registry tool on a regular basis.