dencandy wrote:
> Here's a question I've been asked twice in the last few days & I
> don't know the answer: Can Windows be installed on & run from an
> external removeable medium such as an external hard disk or
> flash/pen drive?
> If no, why not?
> If yes, what problems can be expected?

The answers will vary because experiences vary.
Assuming you mean "Windows XP" - then the official answer is no.
The reality might differ depending on what you want to do.
BartPE is a fine example of reality differing in some way. ;-)

Search using Google!
http://www.google.com/
(How-to: http://www.google.com/intl/en/help/basics.html )

Since the opinions here might go both ways - I suggest you use Google to
look for what you need. There are full-on examples on doing what you seem
to be inferring you wish to do. YMMV.

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