No-Touch Deployment - Initial Form

[a75537]

I've just figured out how to distribute my .Net Windows Forms app using the No-Touch Deployment method. When I'm ready for distribution I'll simply create a shortcut on all user's desktops pointing to my executable file on a web server (after installing the .Net Framework).

I've been testing on my development PC and have noticed that when I double click the icon on my desktop - that points to the .exe on the web server, Internet Explorer opens and closes really fast, and then my startup form is displayed. If Internet Explorer is already open, it gets maximized, with my startup form displayed on top of it.

Is there a way, through code or properties, to suppress the opening/closing of Internet Explorer when using the No-Touch Deployment method?

Thanks.

 

[AkutaSame]

I imagine it is possible, however, I think the problem actually lies with the way Windows explorer works. If it is across a network, it will use the IE engine (yes, the IE engine and the Windows explorer engine are the same code... try a URL while you are in My Computer some time) to get that item. Kind of a cheap way to get things done, but they have mastered it, right?

 

[stnkyminky]

I've been using no touch for about a year now and I understand your situation. However, remember that the application path is now a URL. So by default I would expect IE (Windows) to react this way.

If I have a shortcut to a .asx (streaming audio) file and click it, IE reacts in the same manner. It will open IE and then switch to media player.

I don't know of any code that will suppress the action. I'm sorta leaning toward the fact that this is the way it is.

Sorry I don't have a solution, but I would be interested in knowing what you find out.

BTW I'm running IE6 SP2


Scott
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[a75537]

Thanks for your responses - it sounds like I may have to live with it. I will do some more research though, and post again if I find out any new information.

Thanks again.