PortableApps-For Those on the Go

For those of us constantly switching between computers applications that work on all these different machines is a valuable tool. Many different file formats means that all PCs that are used need to have the same programs, two similar programs that accomplish the same tasks may have two incompatible file formats.
PortableApps.com is working to solve this problem. The volunteers work to make Open Source applications portable. These applications easily fit onto a flash drive, IPod, portable hard drive etc. All that needs to be done by the end user is plug it in to the PC that is in use.
What else is everyone going to put onto their 320 gigabyte portable hard drive, their 16 gigabyte flash drive or their 32 gigabyte IPod Touch?
This enables the users to use the same, familiar applications with formats that are always compatible.
The website hosts popular programs such as Mozilla Firefox (Portable), Mozilla Thunderbird (Portable), KeePass(Portable), and the anti-virus program ClamWin AntiVirus (Portable).
The developers have even developed their own menu. The menu is similar to the Windows Start Menu and it is completly open source. This enables easy access to all of the applications that are stored on the portable media.
There are also many other sites that host Portable Software, just search Google for "portableapps" or "portable applications" (without the quotes). but if you want all free, Open Source software PortableApps.com is the place for you.
The PortableApps Menu is a must have for anyone who wants their apps when and where they need them.

Note: I am not affiliated with this website in any way, I am just trying to spread the word about a convenient way to carry your apps with you.

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