Linux Windows Installer makes it very easy to distribute a Linux derivative to Windows users as a single file they can click on to install, or uninstall using their Windows 'Add or Remove Programs utility'.
The install supports the installation of multiple Puppies, as well as their individual removal. The advantages for Windows users are numerous. No ISO to burn.
The install does not modify the master boot record of a hard drive. Grub is not installed to the MBR. It is a frugal install compatible with SFS files. Easy Linux system backup, copy the pup_save file. No CD or USB require.
Here are some key features of "Linux Windows Installer":
· No ISO to burn.
· The install does not modify the master boot record of a hard drive.
· Grub is not installed to the MBR.
· It is a frugal install compatible with SFS files.
· Easy linux system backup, copy the pup_save file.
· No CD or USB required to boot.
· User can remove the installs from their drive and even remove the Grub boot screen so their computer boots straight into Windows again.
Requirements:
· Free disk space (or pup_save space) equal to 3 times the size of the linux derivative to be packaged.