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Getting specific software Name

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#1: Feb 8 '07
Hi
In vb can how can we get the specific software information installed in the pc.For example if visual basic is installed in my drive (C:\) i need to get the information in a text box as
C:\program files\visual basic 6
How can this be done

Pls help me in the coding as it will be more helpful .

Thanks in Advance
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#2: Feb 8 '07

re: Getting specific software Name


You need to access the registry. Do a google search for vb windows registry
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#3: Feb 8 '07

re: Getting specific software Name


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Originally Posted by willakawill

You need to access the registry. Do a google search for vb windows registry

Hi Willakawill
Thanks for your information but i have already done that and i am able to get all the Installed softwares available on my pc but the thing is i need to get a particular software how can this be done
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#4: Feb 8 '07

re: Getting specific software Name


My answer is the same. You can get all of the installed software and you can get the installation folder for any particular piece of software for which you have the correct name.
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