How to Install and Use InstallShield 2010 FULL Edition for Windows Installer Projects
If you are a software developer or publisher who wants to create professional and reliable installations for your Windows applications, you may want to use InstallShield 2010 FULL Edition, a powerful and flexible tool for authoring Windows Installer projects. InstallShield 2010 FULL Edition supports the latest technologies and platforms, such as Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Installer 5, and SQL Server 2008 SP1. It also offers many features and enhancements that can help you save time and improve the quality of your installations.
InstallShield 2010 FULL
In this article, you will learn how to install and use InstallShield 2010 FULL Edition for Windows Installer projects. You will also learn about some of the new features and changes that were made in InstallShield 2010 and its Service Pack 1 and Expansion Pack for Visual Studio 2010.
How to install InstallShield 2010 FULL Edition
To install InstallShield 2010 FULL Edition, you need to have a license for the software and a computer that meets the system requirements. You can buy a license online from the official website of InstallShield or from an authorized reseller. You can also download a trial version of the software that you can use for a limited number of days without activating it.
To install InstallShield 2010 FULL Edition, you need to follow these steps:
Download the setup file from the official website of InstallShield or from an online webpage that provides the link. The setup file is named IS2010Full.exe and has a size of about 400 MB.
Run the setup file and follow the instructions on the screen. You will need to accept the license agreement, enter your serial number, choose the installation type and location, and select the features that you want to install.
Wait for the installation to complete and restart your computer if prompted.
Enjoy using InstallShield 2010 FULL Edition.
Note: Before installing InstallShield 2010 FULL Edition, make sure to disable your antivirus or firewall software as they may interfere with the installation process. Also, make sure to have enough free space on your hard drive for the software.
How to use InstallShield 2010 FULL Edition for Windows Installer projects
To use InstallShield 2010 FULL Edition for Windows Installer projects, you need to have a project file that contains the settings and files for your installation. You can create a new project file using one of the project templates that are available in InstallShield 2010 FULL Edition, or you can open an existing project file that was created with an earlier version of InstallShield or another tool.
To use InstallShield 2010 FULL Edition for Windows Installer projects, you need to follow these steps:
Start InstallShield 2010 FULL Edition from the Start menu or from the desktop shortcut. You will see the Welcome dialog box that lets you create a new project, open an existing project, or view some tutorials and resources.
Select the option that suits your needs. If you want to create a new project, choose one of the project templates that are available in InstallShield 2010 FULL Edition, such as Basic MSI Project, InstallScript MSI Project, Web Application Project, or Merge Module Project. If you want to open an existing project, browse to the location of your project file and select it.
You will see the main window of InstallShield 2010 FULL Edition that contains various views and tools that let you configure your project settings and files. You can switch between different views using the tabs on the left pane or the buttons on the toolbar. Some of the views that are available in InstallShield 2010 FULL Edition are Project Assistant, Installation Designer, String Editor, Text File Changes, Internet Information Services, Custom Actions and Sequences, Direct Editor, Media Layouts, Releases, Upgrade Paths, Prerequisites Editor, Validation Suite, Log Monitor, Build Output Window, etc.
Use the views and tools that are appropriate for your project type and requirements. You can modify various aspects of your installation, such as product information, features and components, files and folders, registry entries and INI
What are the new features and changes in InstallShield 2010?
InstallShield 2010 introduces many new features and changes that help you use the latest technologies and save time on everyday tasks. Some of the new features and changes are:
Support for Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Installer 5, and SQL Server 2008 SP1: InstallShield 2010 lets you target these new platforms and technologies in your installations. You can specify that your installation requires these platforms or technologies, or you can build feature and component conditions for them. You can also use the new Windows Installer 5 property MSIINSTALLPERUSER to create per-user installations.
New toolbars and dynamic search capabilities in many views: InstallShield 2010 adds new toolbars to many of the views that let you quickly access common commands and options. It also adds dynamic search capabilities to many of the views that let you filter the displayed information by typing keywords or phrases.
New String Editor view: InstallShield 2010 adds a new String Editor view that lets you view and edit all localizable run-time strings in one centralized place. You can also import and export strings to and from XML files.
New Text File Changes view: InstallShield 2010 adds a new Text File Changes view that lets you quickly configure search-and-replace behavior for content in text files on target systems. You can use this view to modify configuration files, XML files, INI files, or any other text files during installation.
Redesigned Internet Information Services view: InstallShield 2010 redesigns the Internet Information Services view to let you create IIS Web applications and virtual directories separately. You can also configure advanced settings for IIS Web sites, applications, virtual directories, application pools, and Web services extensions.
Support for adding InstallShield prerequisites to InstallScript projects: InstallShield 2010 lets you add InstallShield prerequisites?which were previously supported only in Basic MSI and InstallScript MSI projects?to InstallScript projects. You can use this feature to install redistributable files or other software components before your installation runs.
What are the changes in InstallShield 2010 Service Pack 1?
InstallShield 2010 Service Pack 1 (SP1) includes changes that offer support for the final released versions of Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2, and Windows Installer 5. It also includes bug fixes and enhancements for various issues that were reported by customers or found by Flexera Software. Some of the changes are:
Support for tables that were not available in InstallShield 2010 projects: InstallShield 2010 SP1 includes support for tables that were not available in InstallShield 2010 projects, and these tables need to be added during the upgrade. These tables are: AppSearchEx, CCPSearchEx, CompLocatorEx, DrLocatorEx, IniLocatorEx, RegLocatorEx, SignatureEx, SignatureConditionEx.
Support for displaying installation progress on the taskbar on Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 systems: Installations that are run on Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 systems now show a progress bar on the Windows taskbar during file transfer. This applies to InstallScript and InstallScript MSI installations. In addition, it applies to Basic MSI installations that display billboards that were configured in the Billboards view.
Fixes for issues with custom actions that use .NET Framework assemblies: InstallShield 2010 SP1 fixes several issues with custom actions that use .NET Framework assemblies. For example, if a custom action uses an assembly that is installed by a prerequisite or by another custom action earlier in the installation sequence, the custom action now runs correctly without errors.
Fixes for issues with SQL scripts: InstallShield 2010 SP1 fixes several issues with SQL scripts. For example, if a SQL script contains comments that span multiple lines using /* and */, the script now executes correctly without errors.
What are the changes in InstallShield 2010 Expansion Pack for Visual Studio 2010?
InstallShield 2010 Expansion Pack for Visual Studio 2010 is a free update for customers who have purchased a license for InstallShield Premier Edition or Professional Edition with a valid maintenance plan. It provides integration between Visual Studio 2010 and InstallShield projects. It also includes support for creating customized virtual applications in the Microsoft App-V format. Some of the changes are:
Support for creating Visual Studio solutions that contain both Visual Studio projects and InstallShield projects: You can now create Visual Studio solutions that contain both Visual Studio projects and InstallShield projects. You can also add existing Visual Studio projects or existing InstallShield projects to a solution.
Support for building InstallShield projects from within Visual Studio: You can now build your InstallShield projects from within Visual Studio using the Build menu or toolbar commands. You can also configure build settings and options for your InstallShield projects from within Visual Studio using the Project Properties dialog box.
Support for debugging custom actions from within Visual Studio: You can now debug your custom actions from within Visual Studio using the Debug menu or toolbar commands. You can also set breakpoints, watch variables, step through code, and use other debugging features of Visual Studio.
Support for creating customized virtual applications in the Microsoft App-V format: You can now use InstallShield to create customized virtual applications in the Microsoft App-V format. Virtualization enables you to isolate an application in its own environment so that it does not conflict with existing applications or modify the underlying operating system. To create a virtual application, use the new Microsoft App-V tab that is available in Basic MSI and MSI Database project types.
Conclusion
InstallShield 2010 FULL Edition is a powerful and flexible tool for authoring Windows Installer projects. It supports the latest technologies and platforms, such as Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Installer 5, and SQL Server 2008 SP1. It also offers many features and enhancements that can help you save time and improve the quality of your installations. To install and use InstallShield 2010 FULL Edition, you need to have a license for the software and a computer that meets the system requirements. You can also download a trial version of the software that you can use for a limited number of days without activating it.
InstallShield 2010 Service Pack 1 (SP1) includes changes that offer support for the final released versions of Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2, and Windows Installer 5. It also includes bug fixes and enhancements for various issues that were reported by customers or found by Flexera Software. InstallShield 2010 Expansion Pack for Visual Studio 2010 is a free update for customers who have purchased a license for InstallShield Premier Edition or Professional Edition with a valid maintenance plan. It provides integration between Visual Studio 2010 and InstallShield projects. It also includes support for creating customized virtual applications in the Microsoft App-V format.
If you are interested in InstallShield 2010 FULL Edition, you can buy it online from the official website of InstallShield or from an authorized reseller. You can also download it from the official website of InstallShield or from an online webpage that provides the link. You can also get support from the official website of InstallShield or from the online forum of InstallShield. d282676c82
https://www.pridelondon.ca/group/gear-accessories/discussion/84b55ce1-07e5-4db5-a468-0b8478851516
Fantastic work right here on. I review a great deal of article, however I never ever heard a subject such as this. I Love this topic you made concerning the blogger’s pail listing.
Cleaning Services