INI files or REGISTRY which one to use

I understand MS has said that INI files are to be used to store program settings instead of the REGISTRY

Any comments anyone??

Depends.

If you're going to store a lot of large variables, it's best to use one ini file. However, if you just want to save a couple of small pieces of data, use the registry. It gives the idea that the program is all one self contained clean little gizmo.

Hello,
Even tho the registry is a little harder to understand (I'm sure someone will disagree with me) I think it's the better option to store program settings.

For example your ini file can be deleted easy enough by even the dumbest person but deleteing entires from the registry is a whole lot harder especially if you don't know what you're looking for.

Desire.

Hello,
Even tho the registry is a little harder to understand (I'm sure someone will disagree with me) I think it's the better option to store program settings.

For example your ini file can be deleted easy enough by even the dumbest person but deleteing entires from the registry is a whole lot harder especially if you don't know what you're looking for.

Desire.