Quote Originally Posted by gep13 View Post
The exact same technique can be used for the .Net Framework. Why do people have such a big hang up on this. The .Net Framework is a one time installation that, in my experience, hasn't caused any ill effects on any server that I have installed it on. Once it's there, you never have to install it again.



I really don't see how.
Didn't I just explain it ? The user is sat at his desk and downloads some software onto his computer. He IS NOT a computer expert so expects to be able to copy the small file onto a memory stick and walk 1000 yards down 10 flights of stairs to a machine where he installs my software. if my software then tells him:-

Sorry mate, you need to go back up 10 flights of stairs to a networked PC so that you can download some framework - Now make sure you get the right one now, y'hear - By the way, what one do you already have ? if you don't have lower ones you'll need to get those too.


I agree, it's a one time only thing - but not "MY" time - when he installs MY stuff I don't want to distract him with ANYTHING.

I guess that's why I didn't wake up this morning to an alarm clock and, on a monday afternoon 4pm, I'm still sat here in my pyjamas wondering if I should get dressed and go fishing. This evening I'll go out with the missus knowing I just don't need to get out of bed in a hurry tomorrow.