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 These outdated programs may copy and at times, overwrite new DLL files and generate errors, such as missing msvcr80.dll error or missing msvcp71.dll error.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.

Best Practices For Dealing With DLL Issues

A recent survey on computing practices of home users and small businesses revealed that over 65% of computer users have very little idea about preventing or fixing computer errors themselves. They simply assume that computer errors are beyond their comprehension and the only solution is to send their PC to an expert. They do not have any strategy in place when it comes to preventing and fixing PC errors. For these users, preventing errors usually means installing an anti-virus and fixing means calling the expert. Only 14% of computer users troubleshoot computer errors themselves on a regular basis and rarely approach computer experts.

However, it is high time that all users are made aware of the fact that solving computer problems is not rocket science and a majority of problems can be solved easily if we adopt certain practices. This article enlists the best practices that will help you deal with common computer issues known as DLL issues.

One of the most common DLL errors that you may face is the missing DLL file. There can be several causes of missing DLL file errors. Discussed below are some of the common causes of these problems and the steps to perform DLL error fixes.

You delete the DLL file by mistake. To resolve this issue, you first need to check your Recycle Bin to see if the file is there. You may also perform a thorough system search to ensure that the DLL file in question has not been moved to another location by mistake. If you find the file, restore it to its original location on the disk to resolve the errors.

A buggy application or device driver is installed. If you like to download and install software and games from the Web, chances are quite high that you will install a buggy software that starts generating errors on your computer. To prevent this situation, you must always install only well-tested software downloaded from trustworthy websites.

Your computer is infected with some type of malware: Malware programs may copy malicious DLL files, such as the bridge.dll file on your computer. Such files make your computer behave erratically. To get rid of malware, it is essential that you have the latest antimalware tools with the capability to perform a thorough scan of your computer and get rid of any virus and spyware data added to it. To ensure the efficiency of the scan, it is essential that you keep your antimalware tools up-to-date with the latest malware database. It is best that you choose a tool that provides the automatic database update feature.

Windows operating system, applications and drivers on your computer are outdated: Software manufacturers release regular updates to incorporate new features in their products and patch up any bugs or security vulnerabilities. Many computer problems, such as high CPU usage by hpslpsvc32.dll and svchost.exe files and computer errors occur if your files are outdated. To update your Windows and other Microsoft-related products, you just need to enable the Automatic Update feature in Windows. To update your drivers, you may opt to use an automatic driver update utility.

Windows registry is corrupt or damaged. Problems in the Windows registry are also known to generate DLL issues. This is the reason why experts recommend that you use a reliable registry tool to perform regular scans of your registry to keep it free from any kind of problem.