Deploying to Program files folder VB 2008 (vb express 2008)

[AndrewKKWalker]

Have a couple of Apps written in vb express 2008.

Reasonably straight forward and they work fine.
BUT I now need to create a distribution cd for them.

I am using the built in Publish option.
I have worked out how to include data files ok and I can distribute the app, but it always installs to
a folder which is like this one

Cocuments and SettingsuserNameLocal SettingsApps2.0GWNX4W3K.ORBXM0RNGW2.H09appp...exe_ 433d9f95b4be8c9f_0001.0001_none_05975de7185d8d6a

I'd like to install to a more standard C:Program FilesFolder of my choice

Like I could with VB6 Deployment.

So what can I do to configure the application Setup, or do I have to download a better deployment program,
and if so anyone know what that is.

Thanks

[jscher2000]

I don't know whether there is anything special about deploying a .Net framework-based application. But you could check out Inno Setup. This thread has a little more info: Inno Setup Scripts (Any).

[AndrewKKWalker]

I've just downloaded a copy so I'll see what it can do and post a report.

[toncc]

The ClickOnce installer supplied with the Express Versions will not let you change the installation path (so far as I've been able find out). This is no doubt a limitation set by MS to encourage you to upgrade to the full versions.

Ciao!