A "portable" version of software is modified to run from a USB drive without installation. For commercial software like CorelDRAW X5 (released in 2010), portable versions are almost always —bypassing license checks and registration.
To understand the "Portable" phenomenon, one must first understand the standard software. Typically, CorelDRAW requires installation. It writes registry keys, installs necessary drivers, places DLL files in system folders, and requires a serial number for activation. coreldraw x5 portable
Users downloading CorelDRAW X5 Portable today often face compatibility issues. X5 was built for Windows XP, Vista, and 7. A "portable" version of software is modified to