Steam: Can I delete it without deleting my downloaded games?

[Ezekiel]

I can't seem to be able to pre-purchase Left 4 Dead, so I'm thinking of reinstalling Steam. But if I delete Steam, will it take my games with it?

Would really rather not having to sit around while everything downloads again. Plus, I really fucking want my Left 4 Dead

[Octocamo]

you can backup the games (copy steamapps folder)

[Gene Starwind]

Originally Posted by Octocamo

you can backup the games (copy steamapps folder)

^this

Uninstalling Steam means your games are in the crossfire, they should really fix that.

[Ezekiel]

Okay sweet. I'll give it a try tonight.