What files does iTunes install in Windows 7?

I am trouble-shooting a friend's Dell, running the 64-bit Windows 7. He is worried that his iTunes installation is faulty, and that he may lose access to his extensive music and podcast library. I am looking for a list of which files get installed - and where - when a fresh version of iTunes is installed under Windows 7. This MAY help isolate and rectify his problem.
Can anyone help with this?
Thanks in advance for your time.
Rick

Far too many for me to document. If there is a problem with iTunes reinstall it. Reinstalling iTunes should not affect the library, but back it up anyway. See this User Tip for an effective backup strategy.
tt2

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