A run time error has over fifty different types of common codes. This could be anything including:
- Memory issues
- A much-needed update to a program
- The file you are running doesn’t match your operating system
- A bad installation or a missing file
- Lack of hard disk space
- Or just a bad installation or missing or corrupted file
A run time error most likely indicates that your registry is corrupted. This article will address the four main causes and how to address the run time error before your computer crashes.
4 Sources of Run-time Errors and What to Do
1. TSR and Running Programs Cause Run Time Errors
TSR (Terminate and Stay Resident is an acronym for a program that is exited but can be made immediately available with a keyboard shortcut. This is a function of DOS.)
If you are using Windows ’95 or ’98, this may be the cause of the run time error. Close out all the running programs. Examples include calculators or calendars. Check to see what programs you have running with the Task Manager by pressing Cntrl-Alt-Delete and close them out, too.
2. Software Problem
Your problem may be with your software. Sometimes, it’s just a matter of getting the latest patch or update. If it is the software, the worst-case scenario could be that you have to uninstall and then reinstall the program. Remember: Never delete a program. This will leave you with more corrupted files and registry errors than you know what to do with.
3. Computer Virus
Computer viruses and spyware are common sources of run time errors. Even after you get all the malware off the computer, you may still experience registry errors due to leftover or missing registry files.
4. Memory Issue
Sometimes the problem is actually in the hardware or storage. You may be experiencing a lack of space.
Registry Maintenance and Prevention
The best thing to do is prevent and maintain your computer with advanced registry tools. Run time errors are common, but not that easy to fix if you can’t clear it up by addressing these four issues. However, the best solution is simple. Research and learn about registry cleaning software to fix run time errors.
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Aug.6,2010