Re: How to use "change" & "repair" under Features

"davidjchuang" <davidjchuang.36vzh4@no-mx.forums.net> wrote:

> I am re-posting the question because I have a feeling something is wrong
> with the original one. My question is : under" Programs and Features",
> there are several options when a program is selected, i.e. "uninstall",
> "change", and "repair". I used "uninstall" countless times. What I'd
> like to know about is the other 2 options, specifically will a common
> user like me be able to utilize them or they should be left to the
> experts ?

Not all programs have these options, it depends on the features of each
program's installer.

A repair installation usually means that corrupted files and settings are
replaced with original ones from the installation media. Sometimes the
entire program is just plainly reinstalled, ie. all files overwritten and
settings returned to default.

The Change option is used for software that can be installed in modules
and/or have different setups, such as a productivity suite where you can
install applications independently. Should you decide to add or remove
components at a later time, the Change install comes in handy.

Neither of these procedures require expert knowledge, so you can safely
experiment with them if you like. Make sure you do not alter something that
you would like to keep the way it is, though.

Charlie42