Registry Redirection: Why You Should Never Hardcode Wow6432Node and How to Properly Access Registry Views in PowerShell

Introduction The Windows Registry is a critical component of the operating system that stores configuration settings, application options, and system parameters. On 64-bit Windows systems, the registry is divided into two views: one for 64-bit applications and another for 32-bit applications. This duality is essential for compatibility but can trip up administrators and scripters who … Continue reading Registry Redirection: Why You Should Never Hardcode Wow6432Node and How to Properly Access Registry Views in PowerShell