Ben Greenberg wrote: > I can't understand why anyone would want to add the complexity of an unzip > call into an MSI. It doesn't make sense.
Most of the time, you're right it doesn't. I can see scenarios where an application is distributed to resellers who then rebrand the software (hopefully adding value) then distribute the branded product to others where an "unzip" style operation *might* be beneficial. The challenge in such a scenario is providing the reseller with a foolproof mechanism to add their customized content. Do you really expect them to go and learn all the complexities of MSI component rules etc? Telling them to create an archive file of some sort which will automatically be processed by the installation is significantly "easier" - for them. I can't help wondering if some resellers would even have trouble with a zip file. It's even possible that an XCopy operation might be more appropriate, but not a viable choice due to the size of the data concerned. Regards, Richard * C O N F I D E N T I A L I T Y N O T I C E * ----------------------------------------------------------- The content of this e-mail is intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom it is addressed. If you have received this communication in error, be aware that forwarding it, copying it, or in any way disclosing its content to any other person, is strictly prohibited. Quixote Traffic Corporation is neither liable for the contents, nor for the proper, complete and timely transmission of (the information contained in) this communication. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the author by replying to this e-mail immediately and delete the material from any computer. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- This SF.net email is sponsored by: Microsoft Defy all challenges. Microsoft(R) Visual Studio 2008. http://clk.atdmt.com/MRT/go/vse0120000070mrt/direct/01/ _______________________________________________ WiX-users mailing list WiX-users@lists.sourceforge.net https://lists.sourceforge.net/lists/listinfo/wix-users
