How to Fix Generic Host Win32 Error In Simple Steps

 

Generic host win32 error is an error that occurs in Windows Xp under the situation of updating windows, connecting to internet, playing certain games or plugging in USB devices, etc. The error happens unexpectedly but is believed to be caused by one of the windows regular updates. Here below are the exact error message:

 

Generic Host Process for Win32 Services Error
Generic Host Process for Win32 Services has encountered a problem and needs to close

 

To solve this issue, there are simples steps to follow:

• 1. Click “Start” and then click “Run.”
• 2. Type “regedit.” This will open the Windows Registry.
• 3.Navigate to “HKEY_Local_Machine>System>CurrentControlSetup>Services>Browser>Parameters” by following each level in the navigation tree on the left of the window.
• 4. Right click on the key “IsDomainMaster” in the right side of the window, click “Modify” and set the data entry to “False.”
• 5. Restart your computer.
• 6. Navigate to Microsoft Support article 894391.
• 7. Select the download appropriate for your computer’s operating system. You will now be directed to the specific download site based on your previous selection.
• 8. Click “Download” and then “Save File.” Double click on the downloaded file to open the installation wizard.
• 9. Follow the steps of the installation wizard to install the patch.

 

Above is the solution offered by Microsoft. But some users have found it unable to solve the issue. Generic host process is related to registry which is the base of a running system. Sometimes if the registry is corrupted, the system will not be able to run some programmes or act some functions. To fix registry, there is manual way and automatic way. The manual way is suggested for experts or users who are familiar with editing registry, while the automatic way is suggested for everyone including computer beginners. Now click to learn how to fix Generic host win32 error automatically.