Preaparation for new software application
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The document outlines essential steps to prepare for the installation of new software, highlighting the importance of creating a system restore point and ensuring system compatibility. It recommends backing up data, uninstalling previous software versions, and running antivirus scans to prevent issues. Additionally, it stresses the necessity of updating the operating system and drivers to ensure optimal software performance.
Preaparation for new software application
- 1. P3 – Prepare installation of a new software application Ajay Jassi What to take in consideration What should be done When installing new software, an error may occur that can cause damage to the operating system and data. Before installation, create a new updated system restore point. This is because if an error occurs, no system files will get corrupt or lost. Some features and software may not work with the computer system. Check the requirements before installing, to ensure that it will work or not. The software can be sluggish or broken. Check that that latest version is being installed, as this fixes the bugs. Type of installation. (clean or upgrade) Back-up data on a memory stick or disc, so that data then can be transferred onto the new software. (operating system) When upgrading back-up isn’t necessary, but it is recommended to in emergencies. Previous software that are being replaced. Uninstall any previous version of the software. This will prevent document clashes and format errors. The computer is clean from any viruses or malware. Run a full anti-virus scan, to see if there are any harmful files on the system. If there is software shouldn’t be installed, as this can affected it. The viruses should be removed before. See if the computer system and drivers are updated. Update windows and all the drivers, so that latest versions will enable the software and system to run smother and it will meet the recommendations and requirements.