A user, Joe, wants to install an application on his computer. Which of the following factors should he be aware of before beginning?

Hard drive drivers are typically part of the operating system installation and are not a specific pre-requisite for application installation unless the application has highly unusual storage requirements.

While a secure network is good practice, it is not a direct requirement for installing an application that is already downloaded or being installed from local media.

Checking for application updates is usually done after installation or if there are known issues, not strictly before beginning the initial installation.

Ensuring the computer meets the application's minimum requirements (e.g., CPU, RAM, storage, OS version) is crucial for successful installation and proper functioning. If the requirements are not met, the application may not install or may perform poorly.