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PC Tools releases latest update of award-winning Registry Mechanic computer utility

SAN FRANCISCO, January 9, 2006 - PC Tools, creator of award winning security and utility software, today announced the release of Registry Mechanic 5.1, the latest version of the world's most popular registry cleaner that removes unnecessary and inactive programs and files from the Windows® registry that can crash or stall your computera. The latest release incorporates a number of enhancements which cements the product as the world's best registry cleaner and propels it into the next generation of registry maintenance.

Registry Mechanic 5.1 features a significantly redesigned scanning engine to provide scanning speeds up to four times faster, along with more comprehensive scanning of the Windows® Registry.

The updated registry cleaner is now also capable of scanning all user profile sections of the Windows® registry, which ensures an error free computer for all users. And with the new "Smart Update" tool, users can rest assured they will receive the latest technology in registry cleaning.
New tweaks have also been added to the "Optimize Your System" feature to further improve system performance and ensure a smooth running of the Windows® operating system.

Other enhancements to the award-winning software include:
  • New results screen which classifies registry errors (low, medium & high), for quick & easy identification of critical items.
  • The ability to remove temporary (tmp) & fragment (chk) files to clean up hard disk space.
  • Support for both basic & dynamic drives in the compacting tool.
  • New GUI that is more intuitive and consistent with other PC Tools products.
"Computers are always a great gift for the holidays, and it's important that consumers have the most effective tools available to keep their PCs working like new in the years to come," said Simon Clausen, CEO of PC Tools. "This latest upgrade to Registry Mechanic not only improves upon our industry-leading position, but helps ensure that computers across the world are functioning as efficiently as possible."

Registry Mechanic can be downloaded at www.pctools.com and is available for purchase at $29.95 per computer install, including free support and product updates for a year. Volume pricing is available for multi-user and business installations.

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PC Tools is a global leader in innovative software products to protect the privacy and security of Windows® computer users. PC Tools publishes software and provides technical resources for securing, protecting and maintaining the Windows® operating system. More information about PC Tools can be found at www.pctools.com.

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