There are a number of registry cleaning tools. After being recommended 
by Fred Langa, I use jv16 Power Tools. They have a free trial. I use the 
registry cleaner on "aggressive" mode and have never had a problem with 
it. If you try it, you might want to first try "normal" mode. At least 
it will give a comparison to the program you are questioning of which I 
am not familiar.

http://www.macecraft.com/jv16powertools2006/

Here is a link to a Microsoft knowledge base article dealing with 
unexpected changes to your home page. Check your Norton for an option to 
block changing of the home page without your approval.

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;q320159

I hope this helps.

Tom Mayer

KATHY SCHRIEBER wrote:
> Has anyone heard of this program-registry smart from pcfixreview.com?  It has found about 200 different items wrong with my pc but I"m afraid to let it fix them.  The only problem I have is my home page is redirects  to HP-Aol.com and i can't make it go back and stay to anything else.  I have win xp on a Hp desktop 1016x pavilion. i run spybot and norton, everyhtin checks ok.  any one think this registry program is harmful?  Thanks in advance, Kathy
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