If you are the type who travels a lot and moves from computer to computer, Portable Apps might be the solution for you. With Portable Apps, you simply install the software you need to your USB device, I use a USB 2.o key drive, plug-in the USB drive to any computer and launch the PA Platform.
A portable app is a computer program that you can carry around with you on a portable device and use on any Windows computer. When your USB flash drive, portable hard drive, iPod or other portable device is plugged in, you have access to your software and personal data just as you would on your own PC. And when you unplug the device, none of your personal data is left behind.
Select from a number of open-source software that you can download from the Portable Apps Directory. This extensive directory is group by the following:
- Accessibility
- Development
- Games
- Graphics & Pictures
- Internet
- Music & Video
- Office
- Operating Systems
- Utilities
As stated on the PA website, the advantages of carrying your own Portable Apps are:
- Carry your web browser with all your favorite bookmarks
- Carry your calendar with all your appointments
- Carry your email client with all your contacts and settings
- Carry your instant messenger and your buddy list
- Carry your whole office suite along with your documents and presentations
- Carry your antivirus program and other computer utilities
- Carry all your important passwords and account information securely
Visit the Portable Apps website for more details: http://portableapps.com/
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