Runtime error 217, like many of the other runtime errors that we face within a Windows environment can be annoying at least and dangerous at the very most. Of course this all depends on what we use the computer for. Home shopping and surfing for suitable avatars for a Face Book profile won't rate this error high, but closing a multi million deal over a video conference with Chinese delegates might be a whole different ballgame altogether. No matter what, it is still an error – something you shouldn't have to deal with, and I will tell you how to deal with runtime error 217.



The root behind the issue could be multiple. Registered DLL's of programs that you are launching that are corrupt, faulty or simply in the wrong place are just some of the most common causes of the runtime error 217. This could be due to the installation files within the .exe. It could also be a problem that occurred during a program installation, where files were thrown about with digital abandon and crucial system files failed to be registered. This problem could be unobvious – something Windows could not detect, or something slightly stark like a power failure, or a blue screen anomaly; anything short of the monitor exploding in a shower of sparks. The solution here is quite simple – delete all traces of the initial install and reinstall the application.

Virus infections. Yes, the commonality of all problems within a computer. Virus, like a wandering cat with diarrhoea in your house, will leave unwanted and malicious bits of code within the system and program files. Boot sectors, registries, memory banks – nothing is spared from their cruel touch. This is something you cannot detect without a reliable antivirus program. Once they have left their mark and conquered some digital territory, you need to load an antivirus tool and run regular and full system scans based on an updated virus library. Real time protection; virus watch must always be turned on, preventing adware, malware and any form of viruses from coming in and having their way with your precious databanks.

The Windows registry – the unknown important part of any computer, could be the main culprit of the runtime error 217 in a computer. Invalid entries left by bad installs, orphaned embedded keys and null values left behind by removed programs are just some of problems that can cause the 217 error. Add to that the possibility of adware, malware and viruses going deep into the registry and painting it gaudy colours, adding code and fragmenting the entire registry are core causes of runtime errors.

A reliable registry fixer tool will most likely cause all your problems to go away. Its delicate hands will identify all the possible problems (including the runtime error 217) and ensure that your OS will run smoothly and perfectly at all times – removing possible runtime errors, or most of anything else that will put a definite dent in your day. Ultimately, it is a simple matter of maintaining your computer regularly and ensuring that it does not end up cluttered with needless junk and malware.