Portable applications are programs that are fully functional without having to install them on your PC.

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1 A Guide

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3 Portable applications are programs that are fully functional without having to install them on your PC.

4 Portable applications are programs that are fully functional without having to install them on your PC. You simply copy the file to your selected folder or drive and then run it. Portable programs do not store program setting and options in the Windows registry.

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6 It will execute without being formally installed onto a computer s permanent storage device and can be stored on removable storage devices which enables it to be used on multiple computers.

7 It will execute without being formally installed onto a computer s permanent storage device and can be stored on removable storage devices which enables it to be used on multiple computers. Settings are stored with and can be carried around with the software.

8 It will execute without being formally installed onto a computer s permanent storage device and can be stored on removable storage devices which enables it to be used on multiple computers. Settings are stored with and can be carried around with the software. It leaves a zero of near-zero footprint.

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10 Some programs are written so they require system files to run correctly.

11 Some programs are written so they require system files to run correctly. They may even modify specific operating system files during installation.

12 Some programs are written so they require system files to run correctly. They may even modify specific operating system files during installation. Portable programs store all files and settings in the same directory as the application.

13 Some programs are written so they require system files to run correctly. They may even modify specific operating system files during installation. Portable programs store all files and settings in the same directory as the application. They use operating system files but only those common to every computer.

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15 Favorite software applications can go where you go

16 Favorite software applications can go where you go Can be used on any modern PC

17 Favorite software applications can go where you go Can be used on any modern PC Set your applications the way you like them (i.e. browser bookmarks!)

18 Favorite software applications can go where you go Can be used on any modern PC Set your applications the way you like them (i.e. browser bookmarks!) Applications do not make changes to the host computer

19 Favorite software applications can go where you go Can be used on any modern PC Set your applications the way you like them (i.e. browser bookmarks!) Applications do not make changes to the host computer Applications do not leave tracks

20 Favorite software applications can go where you go Can be used on any modern PC Set your applications the way you like them (i.e. browser bookmarks!) Applications do not make changes to the host computer Applications do not leave tracks FREE! FREE! FREE!

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22 Use an antivirus program on your primary PC and keep it up to date.

23 Use an antivirus program on your primary PC and keep it up to date. Use a solid antivirus program on your portable device and keep it up to date.

24 Use an antivirus program on your primary PC and keep it up to date. Use a solid antivirus program on your portable device and keep it up to date. Scan your PC and your portable drives on a regular basis.

25 Use an antivirus program on your primary PC and keep it up to date. Use a solid antivirus program on your portable device and keep it up to date. Scan your PC and your portable drives on a regular basis. Always Safely Remove your device.

26 Use an antivirus program on your primary PC and keep it up to date. Use a solid antivirus program on your portable device and keep it up to date. Scan your PC and your portable drives on a regular basis. Always Safely Remove your device. Back-up both your applications and your files.

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28 Decide if you want a suite or standalone apps.

29 Decide if you want a suite or standalone apps. Research your options

30 Decide if you want a suite or standalone apps. Research your options Several suites and numerous portable applications are available

31 Decide if you want a suite or standalone apps. Research your options Several suites and numerous portable applications are available If you select a suite and wish to remove some of the applications, just delete that app s folder.

32 Categorizes apps according to what they do. Ultimate installation includes 145 applications. Synchronization to web

33 Granddaddy of portable applications. Includes a backup utility.

34 Over 180 programs Thousands of other other programs and games available

35 (Win) -software-usb/ (Mac and Win) (Mac) Or Google Portable Apps

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