Install programs on external hdd?

[Ilias_DaPro]

Hi I was just wondering if I can normally install programs on a external hdd because I cant get a internal one right now I don't want to install an OS in it just programs. Thanks

 

[Vasim92]

yes you can install program in your external hdd.

 

[SuperSoph_WD]

Hey there, Ilias_DaPro!

You would be able to install and run programs from your external HDD (via USB) on the computer, however, the performance of the software might be a lot slower when compared to an internal SATA HDD. I'd recommend you to make sure that you get at least a USB 3.0-compatible HDD, this way you'd ensure that the transfer rate would be better than through the USB 2.0 connectivity.
If you're planning to upgrade to a secondary internal HDD in the future, I'd suggest you use that external drive for backups of your system & data.

Hope this was helpful. Best of luck!
SuperSoph_WD