Registry vs. INI file for storing user configurable application settings

Question

I\'m a new Windows programmer and I\'m not sure where I should store user configurable application settings. I understand the need to provide a user friendly means for the

Answer 1

Is your Application one that is installed with a Setup Program, or is it just "Extract and Run"? In the first case, look at the pros and cons outlined here. But for Extract and run, the Registry is in my opinion a "no-go", as people expect to be able to simply delete the application folder to get rid of your program.