Gaining new knowledge and expanding the horizons of our interests when working with a computer, we can no longer do with only those basic programs preinstalled by the manufacturers themselves. Therefore, every user, even the most inexperienced, is faced with the need to install new programs on his computer.
For beginners, installing a new program often seems to be something difficult and impracticable, but in fact it is not so - the installation of most of the programs we use to work on a computer does not require any special knowledge and skills, and is available even for the most “green »To users.
The very first and most understandable assistant in the installation of any program is always an instruction that guides the user step by step. You just have to press the "ok" and "next" buttons. But we know that it is better to see once than hear a hundred times, so we will give an illustrative example of installing a new program on a computer.
So, you have downloaded the program you need to your computer. Find the downloaded file and double-click it to run it.
The first window that will open immediately after launch will be the "Installation Wizard", which will greet you and offer to continue the installation by clicking the "Next" button. By the way, at this stage, we recommend that you stop the work of other applications, that is, close them so that they do not slow down the process of installing a new program.
The next window shows the text license agreement to use the program. Read the text and, if everything suits you, then feel free to tick the "Accept the terms of the license agreement" box and click the "Next" button.
In the next window, the Installation Wizard will ask you to select a folder to install the program. Usually, the Installation Wizard automatically selects the location on the C drive in the Program Files folder, but if you wish, you can change this setting and select a different folder by clicking the Browse button and selecting the desired folder from the list. The easiest way is to trust the Installation Wizard and leave the folder selected by default - so you will know that all programs are in one place and you will not need to search for them all over your computer later.
When we download from the internet free programs, we very often try to install additional, often completely unnecessary applications along with the downloaded program. Carefully read the text that appears in the windows of the Installation Wizard, and when it prompts you to install something else, uncheck all unnecessary checkboxes and click the "Next" button.
Also, the Installation Wizard will prompt you to create a shortcut to a new program on the Desktop or pin the shortcut to the Start menu. If you need such labels, then put a checkmark in front of these positions, if not, remove these checkmarks.
The installation wizard has received the basic conditions from you, so now it offers you to go directly to the installation itself. We press the button "Install".
Tracks appear in a new window, which are gradually filled with color - this is the process of installing the program. Required files copied and placed in folders on your computer.
As soon as everything you need is installed on your computer, a new window appears, notifying you that the installation is complete. In this window there is a checkbox "Run ..." - if you need to run new program immediately, then leave this checkbox. Next, click the "Finish" or "Finish" button.
A shortcut to your new program has appeared on the desktop (in case you did not uncheck the "Create shortcut on the desktop" checkbox in one of the previous steps).
Here we have described the basic steps for installing a new program, which are present in most similar cases... But there are times when the Installation Wizard may ask for additional information, such as, for example, choosing a language or entering license keys... These additional windows should not scare you, because after careful reading of the text in the windows that appear, it will allow you to intuitively understand the meaning of these requests and make the right decision.
Today we will touch on the topic of installing software on a computer. First, let's talk about how to install the program, and then about how to install drivers on your computer. Of course, the questions are simple, but judging by Yandex.Wordstat, there are still people who enter a similar request. So let's help them.
I will consider installing the software on a Windows system, since it is done differently on Linux, but somehow we will get to it.
If you have an installation disc with programs, then everything is very simple there. The disc starts and a graphical window opens with a list of available programs. Sometimes you can mark several items with checkmarks and click the "Start installation" button, after that you just have to wait.
The next example is this: you downloaded a program on the Internet. There can be as many files that are included in the archive, and one file with the extension .exe... We need to run such a file, after which a window with an installation wizard will open, which will help you install this or that program.
The most common action in a program is to select an installation path. Select the drive and installation folder you need and install, although the path is usually indicated automatically - C: \\ Program Files \\.
Some installers will ask you to check items such as "Create Desktop Shortcut". We do it as desired, but I would note. If the program icon is not on the desktop, then it is in the Start Menu.
So, as you can see, the installation of the programs is very simple. You can do the same with drivers, utilities, and even games.
What is the order of installing drivers and programs on a computer?
For example, you just assembled your computer. All components are new in it. Or you just decided to install the system from scratch. The question arises, after installing the system, how to install programs and drivers, what and in what order?
A driver disc is usually included with each computer. In particular, for motherboard and video cards. Once you have installed Windows, you must first install the drivers for motherboard, then install DirectX for the video card.
Then you can install drivers for sound and other components. Usually most drivers are installed in automatic modeif the system is installed not earlier than Windows 7. But some of their drivers will have to be searched for and installed independently.
If you don't have installation diskthen you can find out specific model your motherboard and video card, drive this data into a search engine and look for a driver, preferably from the official website. You can also go to the device manager (by clicking right click mouse on the start menu and selecting the desired option) and see which device drivers are missing. They are marked exclamation mark... Click on them with the right mouse button and select the "Update driver" option.
Update drivers using utilities
You can install and update drivers using special utilitiese.g. Driver Booster, Driver genius and others. The disadvantage of this method is that they do not always have the necessary drivers in their database, and sometimes the software specified in the list for desired device refers to a slightly different version. This method, of course, helps to do everything automatically, but many users may experience conflicts and failures. Therefore, it is better to install everything manually, but you will be sure that you did everything correctly and did not install anything extra.
Time the user spends searching and installing required programs, for example, when changing operating system, can be calculated in hours. And if it is the local network with a dozen computers, these procedures can take all day. Fortunately, there are programs in nature that can significantly reduce the duration of this process.
Such software is divided into two categories: programs for automatically installing ready-made distributions and catalogs of applications downloaded from the Internet.
MultiSet belongs to the first category. The program uses step-by-step recording of user actions to create an application installation script. Then, on demand or automatically, installs it on the computer.
The software arsenal also includes the functions of creating bootable media with assemblies recorded on them, including with the operating system as part.
Maestro AutoInstaller
Very similar software to the previous representative. Maestro AutoInstaller also records installation and playback, but has a friendlier and cleaner interface and fewer additional features. The program can create distributions with application packages, but is not able to write them to disks and flash drives.
Npackd
Npackd is a powerful directory program. With its help, you can download and install the applications presented in the list, update and remove already installed ones, add your own programs. The software added to the Npackd repository has every chance of becoming popular, since it falls into the general directory and can be used by all its users.
DDownloads
DDownloads is another representative of application directories, but with slightly different features. The principle of the program is based on the use of a database containing a huge list of software with detailed description properties and features.
In fact, DDownloads is an information platform with the ability to download installers from official sites. True, there is also an opportunity to replenish the database with your applications, but they will not be included in the general directory, but will only be contained in local file DB.
A large number of functions and settings allow you to use the program as a repository of information and links and as a general directory for users of your local network.
We have considered several programs that allow you to find, download and install a large number of applications in automatic mode. You should not neglect this knowledge, since at any time you may need to reinstall the system, and with it the whole necessary software... To do this, it is not at all necessary to collect a collection of installers: using MultiSet, you can write them to boot disk together with Windows or create information base data DDownloads in "local" for quick search necessary links.
Batch download of programs- this is what only a select few advanced users knew about until recently.
Previously, it was possible to download software from different developers using English-language services, known mainly to system administrators and geeks.
Now we have InstallPack, a Russian-language application for batch downloading programs, designed for users of all levels.
Questions:
How do I install multiple programs in one go?
How to install all the necessary programs at once on several computers?
Recommend software for installing free programs
Other InstallPack questions
Step 1
Download the InstallPack application. You can do this from the official site: https://installpack.net/.
Step 2
We launch the application and get acquainted with the interface. The main window contains a list of programs available for download. They can be sorted in alphabetical order by clicking on the "Name" tab, or by category - by clicking on the "Category" tab, respectively. The last option will certainly help when you know what the program is for, but do not remember what it is called. In front of each of the applications, you can also see its rating, price, size and a short description.
Step 3
Let's look at the ready-made sets of programs by going to the dropdown, where "TOP-100" is selected by default. Here you should pay attention to “ Must have»Package - it will be especially useful after reinstall Windows... In the Patriot package you will find software from Russian developers. As for the rest, their names speak for themselves.
Step 4
For convenience and time saving, we will use search barlocated in the upper left corner of the interface. It is enough to start typing the first letters of the program, and you will immediately see it at the very top of the list. For example, if you set out to find opera browser, type the Latin "op" on the keyboard - that will be enough.
Step 5
We mark the programs we need with a tick. You can also check the box next to the "Silent installation" - this way, we will save ourselves from notifications that usually come from the installation wizard during installation. Programs will start to be installed one at a time to minimize impact on processor load
Step 6
Finally, close InstallPack and make sure that the application shortcut is saved on the Desktop. Just in case, we recommend that you save InstallPack to a USB flash drive as well - since the application is launched without installation, it can also be used as a portable version. We will be able to quickly and conveniently install several programs at once in various situations, whether it is reinstalling the system, buying a new computer or working on a new project.
Finally, we note that all programs downloaded via InstallPack are supplied in latest versions... Since they have been scanned for viruses and other malicious components, their installation is completely safe.
And also other programs:
AllMyApps
AllMyApps has a huge database of both free and paid apps... You can create a free account on the site, and then select the programs you are interested in. After that, you must install a special client AllMyApps, which, in turn, will independently download and install all the programs you have chosen. In addition, the client can detect all the software you have installed and update it as needed.
My personal favorite in this review. You don't even need to register to use Ninite's services. You just need to mark the programs for installation on the website, and then download a specially generated installer for you, which automatically in batch mode will quickly install all the programs you need. There are not so many of them in the service database, but everything you need and popular is here. And the most important thing in Ninite's work is its reliability and speed.
This small program allows you to automatically install in "quiet mode", that is, without user intervention, a fairly wide range of programs. You will need to install Speed \u200b\u200bInstall on your computer, mark the programs you need and press the button Install. An interesting feature program is the ability to create "stand-alone installers", which can be useful to you if you need to maintain a computer that does not have access to the network.
This program tries to replicate the functions of the Linux package manager. With its help, you can quickly install any of the programs available in the database, update or remove existing software. A feature of Npackd is the ability to install old versions of programs, so if you don't like updating an application, then you can roll back to previous version... Npacd is currently aware of the existence of over 300 software products.
Another great package manager for Windows, iPhone and Android. With it, you can easily download, install, update and uninstall applications from your device. All programs, and there are about 150 of them for PCs, are conveniently categorized with the ability to quickly search. By placing check marks on the programs you need, you only need to press the button Install, after which you can drink coffee - FreeApps will perform all further operations on its own.
Although in operating rooms windows systems there is no single interface for management software, just as it is done in Linux, there are still quite decent third party solutions... With their help, you can greatly facilitate and speed up the process of installing, updating or uninstalling programs on your computer.
Additional software and programs are an integral part of absolutely any computer. Immediately after installing a new operating system or after purchasing a new device, users tend to install dozens of useful applicationsthat perform their functions. Most often installed: browsers, useful drivers, antiviruses, and many others. But newbies immediately have a reasonable question - how to safely and quickly install the required software? How not to catch viruses and spoil the normal operation of the device? We will try to answer these and many other questions now.
So, before us is an absolutely clean desktop, there is only a "Trash" and a regular browser. How do we install required drivers and programs? First you need to go online. If it didn't work out easily, you may be missing required drivers and you have to install them from a disk or drive. But that is another story.
So that no one has any questions for sure, let's take the installation step by step using an example popular browser - Mozilla.
Installing Mozila browser
- Once on the Internet, enter the name of the application that you want to download and go to the official website of this developer, because usually only there you can find the newest and safest software without viruses.
- Click on "Download" and select your operating system and its bit depth. The bit depth of the system can be viewed in the properties of the computer.
- The file will download. The download speed directly depends on two factors - the speed of your Internet connection and the weight of the file. Wait for the download to finish and open the file.
- Most likely, the system will warn you about the possible danger of the file, because it was obtained from the Internet. But do not be very scared, if you actually downloaded from the developers' site, then the program does not carry any danger. Click "Yes". And we continue.
- The installation has started. We will go to the installation window. We need to choose the language we need, in our case - Russian.
- We are asked to choose a place on the drive where the program itself will be located. Usually they are installed on the D drive, and another partition is assigned to the system, but this is not important.
- License agreement. It should be noted as a separate item. Most are afraid of him, because you are asked to agree with something. Don't be afraid of him. This is a kind of contract between the copyright holder, that is, the developer and you. It, of course, needs to be read, because it may contain important information regarding, distribution and use of this software, including for commercial purposes. Study it carefully and check the appropriate box.
- Usually the installation starts, a bar will appear and will gradually fill in green as the installation progresses. Perhaps you will also see the percentage of progress, this makes the process even easier, understandable and convenient.
- Then a window will appear in which you will be notified of the completion of the entire installation. You can start a new program after closing the window, but it is recommended that you restart your device before doing so.
Step by step actions
Thus, the following stages of system installation can be distinguished:
- Downloading the installation file (has the extension .exe).
- Run the file and allow it to make changes to the hard drive.
- Selecting the language of the installer.
- A license agreement to read, study important aspects, and accept.
- Choice of installation site. There will be a folder with the application and all its data.
- Installation process. Its duration will depend on the power of your computer and the program itself and its system requirements.
Important!During the installation process, you may be prompted to install additional software that you may not need. Be sure to pay attention to the add-ons that software developers offer you to install. Sometimes it may even be search enginesthat you are not using. To control this process, always choose a complete installation.
How to find the installation file
What to do if you downloaded setup file programs, but can't find it. You need to go to the "Downloads" folder, To do this:
How to install something from disk
It is not necessary to download from a website on the Internet, some still use drives or disks. The installation algorithm will be slightly different.
What you should definitely not do
There is also a small list of actions that are clearly not worth doing if you are concerned about the safety and normal work device.
What applications are installed on my PC
It is imperative to get rid of unnecessary data and its parts, but how and where to find them?
This can be done in two ways - using the tools of the system itself or using third-party software.
Method 1.Through the control panel, in the list "Remove or change a program"
Method 2. Via CCleaner
it convenient application will also show you a list and allow you to quickly and easily delete anything you don't need.
Using revo to remove
We already know that the data left over from the program clogs up the system over time and makes it work slower. To avoid this, you need to remove the program properly. For these purposes, the Revo application was written.
- First you need to download it. Developers website: https://www.revouninstaller.com/index.html.
- We allow making changes to the hard disk.
- We choose suitable language programs.
- We set the place where the program will be placed. Better to leave it as it is.
- We get into the application itself, which meets us with a simple and intuitive interface.
- Select the application you need to uninstall, right-click on it and select the "Delete" line.
- A regular uninstaller will appear and a window in which you will be offered to scan your computer for the remaining files named from the remote program.
- Revo will find all files and offer to delete them.
Paid Apps
Novice users often face the fact that they cannot simply and free get millions of programs and games, they have to pay for them. Please note that software can be divided into at least 3 types:
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