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b3t   02-16-2008 at 03:52:46 PM

So guys, here's my thing:
I'm running my HD with 2 partitions. Windows and drivers in one, data and programs in the other. So, whenever I format and reinstall my Windows partition I have to reinstall most of the programs in the other partition too. Is there any way to avoid this installing spree?

Many thanks in advance

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Grumpy9117   02-16-2008 at 04:29:00 PM
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No, when a program is installed, entries and created in the registry and/or files are copied to the Windows or Windows/System32 folder.

Grumpy

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g-paw   02-16-2008 at 11:54:11 PM
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This is why it's a good idea to either put your programs on the same partition as Windows or create 3 partitions, one for OS, 2nd for programs, and 3rd for data. That way you can just format the one with the programs and do a clean install of the programs as well as the OS

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mlaporta   02-22-2008 at 04:48:59 PM
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I would suggest after putting OS & Programs on the same drive do an Image (ghost or other program) to create a image of your drive at that time so you atlest have a good starting point if your drive crashes.


Message edited by mlaporta on 02-22-2008 at 04:51:23 PM
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