How do I create an Install (Setup) File?

Discussion in 'Programming' started by chris123, Jun 25, 2007.

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    I've had a freelancer create a program for me, the problem is I now want to release it to the public and need to bunch up all the files into a Setup.exe file which can place a registry key to make the program run at startup.

    Is there any 3rd party applications out there that can do this? :confused:
     
    chris123, Jun 25, 2007 IP
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    I use NSIS from Nullsoft (the same guys that write Winamp). It's free and you can get it from nsis.sourceforge.net . There's no native 'GUI' to the installer maker, but there are a number of solutions out there (all linked to from the NSIS site) that will run you through a wizard to generate the installer.
     
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    I'm a big fan of .NET's solution ClickOnce. Makes updating a breeze and can include all your "prerequisite" applications.
     
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    Hello,
    Can these programs be used to bundle two .exe file together?

    Thanks
     
    Luke Jones, Aug 27, 2007 IP