Recurring DLL Errors

How To Put An End To Recurring DLL Errors

If a problem recurs, it implies that either it has not been solved completely or not enough preventive measures have been taken to avoid recurrence. Obviously, the best way to solve a problem is to put an end to it, but it is easier said than done, especially when it comes to computer problems. Sometimes, there could be many different causes of the same problem and it may so happen even though the problem is recurring, the cause is different each time. Or, the problem only seems to have been resolved, whereas the root cause or some remnant of the problem may be still residing in your computer. So how do you approach such recurring computer errors?

You must begin by understanding the basics of the problem. This will help you evaluate the problem and diagnose the cause correctly. Today, we will be discussing one such recurring PC problem which troubles a lot of computer users known as DLL errors or Dynamic Link Library errors.

DLL files are used in Windows to save program codes and functions that need to be loaded in the system memory only when an application on your computer needs to use them. These files can be shared among multiple applications and thus help in saving on system resources.

If you fail to perform regular PC maintenance and are not vigilant about how you use your computer, DLL errors may recur from time to time. Let us have a look at some of the tasks that you MUST and MUST NOT do to keep your PC free from DLL errors.

• Avoid installing old versions of software on your computer. These outdated programs may copy and at times, overwrite new DLL files and generate errors, such as missing msvcr80.dll error or missing msvcp71.dll error.

• Be careful when you uninstall programs, especially when during the uninstall process, you are prompted to choose between retaining or deleting particular DLL files. You must remove these files, only if you are sure that no other program on your computer needs to use them.

• Shun the habit of downloading anything from anywhere on the Internet. Many software programs and media files available online for free are loaded with spyware and adware that may secretly enter your PC through these programs and infect the system. These infections may copy and install several other malicious programs on your computer, which may not only generate DLL and other errors but also drastically slow down your computer.

• Errors, such as missing xvidcore.dll error may occur if a required software is not available on your computer. You resolve these issues by installing the require software For instance, to resolve xvidcore.dll error that may occur while playing XviD media file, you may need to install the XviD codec on your computer.

• Ensure that you have the latest antimalware tools on your computer. These tools not only help you in scanning and removing malware infections, but also enable you to prevent these infections from infiltrating your PC in the first place.

• Keep the registry of your computer free from errors. Incorrect DLL entries in the registry are one of the common causes of these errors. You must use a reliable registry tool to scan your PC for incorrect DLL entries and fix them.

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