Whether installed or portable, the CS6 version remains popular because it was the last major release before Adobe moved to a subscription-only model. Key features include: Adobe Audition - Audio recording and editing software
A "portable" version is a repackaged executable that runs entirely from a USB stick or a hard drive folder without needing a Windows Registry installation.
This is the biggest selling point. The Portable version typically comes in a single folder or a single .exe file. You can put it on a USB stick, plug it into any Windows computer, and start editing.
If CS6 crashes and corrupts your session file, Adobe will not help you. There will be no bug fixes, no new features, and no security patches. You are entirely on your own.
