How can I create to my own setup.exe file in C#?

Question

I\'m developing an application using the C# programming language. How can I create to my own setup file in C# ?I don\'t want a commercial software. How can I do that?

Answer 1

Try the Nullsoft installer: http://nsis.sourceforge.net/

Answer 2

Just create a new Setup Project

Answer 3

Actually, you can do that in Visual Studio by going New Project -> Other Project Type -> Setup and Deployment Visual Studio Installer.

Answer 4

If you're absolutely determined to write your own .exe that's compatible with the Microsoft installer stuff, then you pretty much need to read this chapter cover-to-cover:

http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc185688%28v=VS.85%29.aspx

Answer 5

In the File menu, click New->Project, and then in the dialog select Other Project Types->Setup and Deployment in the tree on the left. Select InstallShield LE or Visual Studio Installer, as you prefer.

Personally I'd recommend Visual Studio Installer->Setup Wizard for beginners.