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Microsoft Component Installer Software Development Kit for Windows (x86) Version 2.0

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This Microsoft SDK provides developers a mechanism to package common redistributable runtime components. It streamlines installation processes, ensuring prerequisite components are correctly installed on end-user computers.

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  • Pros

    • Packages common redistributable runtime components.
    • Ensures runtime components are correctly installed.
    • Streamlines the installation process for applications.
    • Allows inclusion with developer's own installer.
    • Guarantees prerequisite components are in place.

  • Cons

    • Does not detail support for uncommon or custom components.
    • No mention of advanced installer user interface customization.
    • Lacks specifics on component versioning or dependency resolution.
    • No integration with popular integrated development environments.
    • Does not cover advanced error handling or rollback mechanisms.
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Release
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Version
2
OPERATING SYSTEMS
Platform
Windows
Operating System
  • Windows XP
  • Windows 10
Additional Requirements
Windows XP/2003 Server
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Offer a package of common redistributable runtime components for installation.

The Microsoft Component Installer for Windows SDK provides a mechanism for developers to package common redistributable runtime components for installation on an end user's computer. Developers building applications for Windows often need to ensure that runtime components are installed on the destination operating system in order to run correctly.

With this SDK, developers can streamline the installation process and include this installer with their own installation package to ensure the pre-requisite components are in place. This version is the first release on CNET Download.com.

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