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[Panarchy]

Hello

Currently learning to be a network admin, and thought it may be a good idea to learn how to install multiple programs from just double clicking one exe.

I'm looking at something with a wizard; eg: NSIS.

The reason I want this is as an alternative to having an image (with all settings and programs that will be installed onto a blank hard-drive. Images include OS).

My argument is: Why format/image a computer that is running well? And also to have an alternative to imaging.

Please recommend some software that can be used for this.

Thanks in advance,

Panarchy

PS: I think NSIS maybe able to do what I need... but please tell me if that is the case, and also recommend other softwares, so I can evaluate and decide which is the best for my requirements.

[WingedPanther]

I second Jordan's advice: a batch file is simple to write. When I was teaching, I was at a school that had about 20 computer labs (figure 600 computers) that had to be reset to a known state at the beginning of each term. In a situation like that, imaging the drives was MUCH faster/easier than installing software, even in silent mode.

[Panarchy]

Hmm...

How do I put it in silent mode?

It isn't as simple as @echo off is it?

Also, is there a program like Altiris, but free?

[WingedPanther]

I believe that Jordan was referring to an non-interactive installer mode. Most programs require some form of interaction as part of the install process. They also usually offer command-line parameters to fill in the selections they normally request so you can just issue the command and it runs. Otherwise, you aren't gaining anything.

[Panarchy]

Just at home to learn....

Panarchy