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[Other DAW software] …huge download/install size is an indication of less efficient coding practices putting more load on your computer and giving you less tracks before meltdown. [REAPER] 
…small download/install size is indication of efficient coding practices to get more performance out of your computer and giving you more tracks before meltdown.
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