create an install using vs2010 for c# applications

Member 8572197 asked:

I need help to create an install (preferably creating a MSI) using vs2010 for some c# applications that use SQL EXpress mdfs. I have tried the click once, but that does not meet my needs.The SQL Express mdfs that I need installed must be placed in the "C:\Program Files\'Company'" directory, or another static directory, so the apps can read and write to these mdfs. The applications can be there as well, or in a sub-directory. I have multiple small apps that share the same mdfs, so they should be installed either in the same directory or in a sub-directory.

This install should install the same folders in XP, Vista, Win7 and Win8 when it is available.

I need to do this using the provided tools in VS2010 Ultimate. I can use any tool if it is free and I can get help.

The install is for stand alone PCs in small offices.

Please help.

Tags: C#, Visual Studio (Visual Studio 2010)

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