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Can an install executable be created from the contents of the program files folder of the installed program?

How many times has a friend asked if you could fix their broken program? Just reinstall, right? What if the setup.exe file, or whatever the install file is called, no longer exists on the pc (or just plain doesn't exist anymore) Wouldn't it be nice to have a program that rebuilds the missing install file from the remaining parts? Is it even possible? I'm not a complete dolt, so please take it easy on me. An explanation or link to the explanation would be great,.....THANKS.

Update:

It is possible. One such program is called Smart Install Maker. http://www.sminstall.com/

Another is called Setup Factory. http://www.indigorose.com/forums/forums/105-Setup-...

I've actually used the first one with success.

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  • 1 decade ago
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    Usually, an icon is placed on the desktop as a shortcut(.lnk). But in the actually file in your C drive, it is a .exe file. Such as Internet Explorer. It is a .lnk on your desktop, but in it's origin, it is called iexplore.exe.

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    4 years ago

    look, downgrading is each and every so often not a sturdy project. finding on how NEW this laptops hardware is, you're able to be caught attempting to discover drivers to artwork with it on winxp. Winxp is relatively previous now and that i don't recommend it. i might improve to abode or vista mabey. the two way, upgrading and downgrading is truly uncomplicated. commonly in case you have cd basically persist with classes and you're able to be on your way. Then receive available drivers from acer. yet another project is activation for xp. in case you have used an older cd and attempting to place that on new acer microsoft will ask you key questions and in case you answer incorrect they gained't turn on abode windows. 30 days then its long previous........ Dont downgrade.

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