Have you used a portable version of AutoCAD? Share your experience in the comments below (but remember to keep discussions legal and safe).
Allows for moving objects small, precise distances using arrow keys. In-Canvas Viewport Controls: Autocad Portable 2012 64
The old version of nanoCAD (pre-subscription) can run from a USB drive. It uses the native .dwg format and mimics the AutoCAD 2012 interface 95%. It is completely legal and free. Have you used a portable version of AutoCAD
If you must go portable, proceed like a secret agent—use encrypted USB drives, scan every file with multiple antivirus engines, and never connect to the internet while running the portable CAD. Better yet, explore the modern, legitimate portable CAD ecosystem. The tools have evolved, even if the desire for portability has not. In-Canvas Viewport Controls: The old version of nanoCAD
Versions found on the internet labeled as "Portable" are typically: