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7. The Shortcut Folder window opens (Figure 3-10). In this window, you can select the Start

Menu folder where you want to install the Cognos Cube Designer application. By default,

the Cognos Cube Designer shortcut will be placed on the IBM Cognos 10 folder.

In this window, you may also make available the Cognos Cube Designer shortcut to all

users for that workstation, or you can limit the shortcut to only the user account that we are

using to install the application. Security is the main reason why some people might want

limit the shortcut to only the installation user, especially when multiple users have access

to the same workstation.

When you finish with your selections, click Next.

Figure 3-10 Shortcut folder

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8. The Installation Summary window opens (Figure 3-11). It lists all the options you selected

during the installation. Carefully review all the settings. If you want to change a setting,

click Back to go through all the options of the Installation Wizard. Make any necessary

changes and return to the installation summary. When you are satisfied with your

selections, click Next.

Figure 3-11 Installation summary

The Installation Wizard begins the installation on the workstation. A progress window

opens (Figure 3-12).

Figure 3-12 Installation progress