installation+routines

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 * ===describe the purpose of an installation routine in the delivered version of the program.===


 * ** Keywords ** || **Definition** ||
 * execution || the process by which a computer carries out the instructions of a computer program. ||
 * configuration || The way a system is set up, or the assortment of components that make up the system. ||
 * routine || a customary or regular course of procedure. ||
 * Installation || is the act of making the program ready for execution. ||

__** Installation routines **__ An installation routine is a program that will automate the installation process. The installation routine is usually delivered with the software on removable media such as a CD-ROM or over the internet.

Some of the functions carried out by the installation routine are:


 * To copy the executable program to the correct folder on the end user's computer.
 * Copy or prepare any data files that are needed by the program, ensuring that they are in the correct folder, where the program will expect them.
 * Copy any library files that the program uses and register them on the end user's computer when necessary.
 * Make the program easy to access by setting up icons, menu buttons or shortcuts.
 * Configuration of the settings for user's preference such as language.


 * Exam Paper ||  Question  || Mark ||
 * OCR Jan 09 || 2d) Explain what an installation routine does. || 6 ||