Program Files and Program Files x86 - moved programs - default for each?

Question

New Dell Studio XPS Desktop 7100 Windows 7  - I was receiving some error messages for some programs (including Acrobat 9) I installed and unfortunately fixed this however decided to move several programs between Program Files and Program Files x86. Is there a default list of what programs are in x86 vs Program Files (standard when shipped)? I had MS Office as an add on but the rest were the basic programs computer comes with. After moving files I now continue to get a Sonic Cineplayer error message that it can't be located (I have tried moving Roxio? back to x86) Any help appreciated if there is a basic list of which programs when shipped with standard programs and MS Office upgrade are supposed to be where.

theflash1932 · Answer

Let the installer decide where it goes, as the app is written one way or the other, then leave them there.  If you moved any and/or unsure where they belong, then you will need to reinstall them.

theflash1932 · Answer

Just to clarify - in case you didn't know ... 64-bit Windows installs 64-bit programs in the Program Files folder, and installs 32-bit programs in the Program Files (x86) folder.  Installing them in this folder allows Window's 32-bit emulator to properly run the software.

leaelise · Answer

Thank you for your help.  So I should go through every program to check 64 bit vs 32 bit and put in the correct Program Files Folder?

theflash1932 · Answer

I would only fix the ones you're having problems with, and when you encounter one with a problem, uninstall/reinstall it.

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