Multiple User Deployment

[Karma31251]

I am building a custom input interface for an Access Database using VB 2005 Express Edition. To install the program on the company computer i have to login as the network administrator and install the program. Then when i logon as a regular user and try to use the program its not there. If i try to install it again from that user, but USING the Admin user for authentication the program installs and runs but still it runs from the Admin users name and doesnt actually show its self installed in control panel of start menu from the regular users view. HELP!

[Dave Kreskowiak]

That depends on what you used to build the installation for the application. Usually, there is an option to install for "Everyone" or just the current user. When you do a RunAs install, it actually runs as if you were logged in as the Admin, using the Admins user profile, not yours.

Dave Kreskowiak Microsoft MVP - Visual Basic

[Karma31251]

I am assuming since I am using the Express Edition that i dont have that option, either that or i just can't find it. I am using the .Net clickOnce deployment. Are there any other deployment programs that have more options and are more reliable and that you would recommend?

[Dave Kreskowiak]

Well, ClickOnce doesn't have that option, installing for the current user only. You can read more on ClickOnce here[^]. Pay particular attention to the security sections.

Dave Kreskowiak Microsoft MVP - Visual Basic