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really... where are simple .zip files?^
as if having "installers for portable" (which is nonsense on its own... but tolerated while it was optional, which does not seem to be anymore) but who was the [slur removed by mod JTH] person that tought it was a good idea to make the installer automatically select between 32bit and 64bit?
so now its impossible to "install the 32bit" on 64bit windows?????
really.. i dont think it can get any more dumb than that luls...
The rationale and advantages for PA.c Format are outlined here: https://portableapps.com/about/what_is_a_portable_app#whypaf
If you want to always use the 32-bit version of a specific app like Firefox, Thunderbird, and SeaMonkey, there are options detailed here: https://portableapps.com/support/firefox_portable#32and64
For other apps, please post the specific app and reason and we'll try to figure out a workaround for you. We only bundle the 32-bit and 64-bit versions of an app when there are specific reasons for it.
Lastly, I removed a slur from your post. Please familiarize yourself with our site and forum guidelines. If it happens again, your account will be suspended.
so when you dont bundle 32bit and 64bit... then you just bundle the 32bit one right? as it works on both 32bit and 64bit?
and no i dont want an workaround...
the site turns useless when its better to just download tne regular 7zip 32bit (because you have to install it anyway) and copy to the pendrive... than actually using a portable that forces one to use an .exe... making impossible to put those on pendrive outside windows...
i dont need anything from here... as usual because people always keepng making stuff worse and worse...but when my friend mentioned... that idiotic behavior... i had to confirm and request a fix, because really... you know how pathetc that is lol.
For the vast majority of apps, we only bundle the 32-bit version. The 64-bit version is also included when required (system apps with drivers or different things that will only work on one vs another) or when it unlocks additional features or noticeably improves performance but doesn't increase install size disproportionately (Notepad++ opening really large files, 7-Zip getting about a 9% speed improvement, etc).
You can extract most apps using 7-Zip as the installers use standard LZMA encryption. Note that this isn't a supported setup. An initial install will usually be unaffected by an extraction but upgrades will sometimes break. For many apps, you can remove the 64-bit version and the 32-bit one will work. It's best to run it at least once in 32-bit mode, though, as many apps will move some files between the 32-bit and 64-bit versions to save space (localization files, themes, etc).
You're free to use less portable zipped files directly from the publisher if you'd like. PA.c Format is designed to be simple and easy to use and work well on all machines. PA.c Installer works fine on Linux under Wine. It's regularly tested on Pop_OS/Ubuntu and ReactOS.
and the proper response should be... "extract the installer with 7zip" and grab the 32bit version from inside... but really the installer if theres both should ASK which one to install independent of the target... forcing 64bit without necessity on windows is just PLAIN WRONG..
and yes the 7z portable installer is always installing the 64bit one.
It depends on the software. A compression software performs various operations to compress/uncompress a file, if you are using a 64bit version on a 64bit system the operations will be much higher. PA.c includes both versions for the simple fact that the Launcher will be used on both 32bit and 64bit systems. It is the launcher that will run the most appropriate version according to the system in use. I must admit that I too have not received appropriate treatment from the managers of this site, in any case insulting is never the solution.
Portable files, including .zip files, can be found on various websites and online repositories. They are often used to distribute software or files that can be easily extracted and used without the need for installation. Some examples of websites that host portable files include PortableApps, Softpedia, and SourceForge.
Regarding the issue with installers automatically selecting between 32-bit and 64-bit versions, this is a design decision made by software developers to ensure that users have the correct version of the software for their system. However, it's important to note that many programs and applications can still be installed on 64-bit Windows systems even if they were designed for 32-bit systems.
If you encounter an issue with a particular software installer, it may be helpful to check the developer's website or support resources for guidance on how to install the software on your system. Alternatively, you may want to consider using a portable version of the software, which can often be used on both 32-bit and 64-bit systems without the need for installation.
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