Software
Portable Apps: Why Can More and More Programs Run Without Installation?
Many computer programs once required a lengthy setup process before they could be used. Today, a growing number of tools work as portable apps: download a package, open it, and get started. These programs without installation are popular with people who use shared computers, switch between devices, or simply want to try software without changing their system.
Why installation is no longer essential
Traditional installers place files in several locations, create shortcuts, register components, an...
