I run Win XP, and I have a clean version of Win XP installed on a virtual machine for testing new programs that I’m not sure about, or to try the latest programs my buddies like (and discard if I don’t). The disk is set to non-persistent and reverts back to the default installation when I shut down the VM, so I don’t get loads of rush left on my test machine, but the problem is that I can’t see what’s happening in the background (like if a trojan/spyware is being installed).
I’m looking for ideally a free program that will record/list all the registry settings (and files if possible) when I install a program.
I also help people make computers and this type of tools would be useful for multiple reasons.
I have many registry tweaks which are great for xp users, but I would like to make sure that’s all they do, and not corrupt part of their registry.
Thanks for the help, ;o)
Tagged with: buddies • default installation • registry settings • registry tweaks • rush • spyware • test machine • trojan • virtual machine • vm
Filed under: Windows Repair Software
Very smart way to handle things. I love the Win7 boot from VHD support for exactly the same reason.
I found this list of registry trackers that may be useful http://www.raymond.cc/blog/archives/2009/02/28/tracking-registry-and-files-changes-when-installing-software-in-windows/.
I used to use one that came with Norton Utilities but that long since bit the dust.