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Comparison of desktop application launchers

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to locate and start other computer programs. An application launcher provides shortcuts to computer programs, and stores the shortcuts in one place so they are easier to find.
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These desktop application launchers work with two or more different operating systems.
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3 Application Launchers with Automated Portable Software Installation System
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These desktop application launchers work with the Apple
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Computer programs that help users launch other software
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that follows, each section is devoted to a different
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