Thread: Copying of programs from the CD and then installing it

I owe about 8 programs that I have to reinstall on my system, somewhat than handle the CD's can I copied the install cd’s to a external drive and just install from there when I get ready? Thanks

Some programs might be the reason for your problem depending if they use a CD checker or not. Most of the programs will work though. Windows will work that way. Some of the programs can also be tricked for thinking that you are using a CD by turning them into an ISO file. Another program which is called as Daemon tools can generate a virtual CD drive so that your program thinks it’s in a CD also. It just depends on the program that you have. 2 things I can think of quickly that won’t work are Adobe products and anything with Securerom encryption such as some of the newer games. The best thing that you could do as it sounds like you are getting ready for a reload would be to try and copy one over and try it. You can cancel the setup as soon as it starts because it wont start if it isnt going to work.

Thanks, I have attempt a few and so far so good. You are right there are some that won't. Thanks for a quick reply.