> -----Original Message-----
> From: Andreas Pflug [mailto:pgadmin@pse-consulting.de]
> Sent: 05 August 2003 20:09
> To: Dave Page
> Cc: jm.poure@freesurf.fr; pgadmin-hackers@postgresql.org
> Subject: Re: [pgadmin-hackers] pga3 website
>
> >Not unless it does MSI now.
> >
> >
> It does not. Why do you insist on MSI? Only thing we need is an
> intelligent unzip...
Because it's
a) Easily scriptable for any msi file for automated installation
b) Allows use/creation of merge modules for easy bundling of software -
something Jean-Michel is extremely keen on.
c) The standard, preferred installation method in XP/2K/2003
d) Can use/create advertising shortcuts with central network
installations
e) Handles file conflicts/version issues properly
f) Manages file reference counting centrally
g) Supports rollback of partial/failed installations
h) Supports application repair as well as complete reinstall
Regards, Dave.
