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What is HKEY CURRENT USER In the Registry?

BY vbhna
June 13, 2025
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Summary of Registry Settings

HKey_Current_User

  • Stores settings specific to the currently logged-in user.
  • Settings include folder screen, color, desktop configurations, etc.
  • Allows personalization such as wallpaper slideshow speed.
  • Ensures multiple users can have individual settings on the same computer.

Hkey_Users and Hkey_Local_Machine

  • Changes affect all user accounts.
  • Not user-specific like HKey_Current_User.

Conclusion

  • HKey_Current_User is personalized for individual users.
  • Hkey_Users and Hkey_Local_Machine have broader implications across accounts.

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    What is HKEY CURRENT USER In the Registry?