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by danamero

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I just was asked a question and just wanted to know what you guys think. What is the problem with installing software in the default directory? I can think of a few reasons, such as better organization of applications, and for network installation. Just looking for ideas.

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by dmiddltn

I have no problem with it... as long as it makes sense; and it does try to bury it under like 30 sub folders.

by thechas

I often don't use the default folder.

1. I have multiple drives set up, and I use my D: drive for application software.

2. I try to have major program folders follow the old DOS 8/3 name convention.

3. I don't need to have programs nested multiple folders deep inside the Program Files folder.

I have run across a few programs that will not work if installed in anything other than the default folder.
Apparently, the paths for files used by the program are hard coded in the software.

Chas

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