Can I install programs after i create an windows embedded shell?

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Hi,

Is it possible to install programs like Quicktime, Office etc after on an
embedded system?

If I create an embedded system is it locked from installing other software,
or is that possible to install software like on a winXP Pro?

JJ
 
kermith said:
Hi,

Is it possible to install programs like Quicktime, Office etc after
on an embedded system?

If I create an embedded system is it locked from installing other
software, or is that possible to install software like on a winXP Pro?

JJ
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There are 2 answers.

1. Technical. Yes - you can build an OS with enough components to support
installing applications. You are essentially making a "best guess" in
advance what OS dependancies will be needed by those future apps and your
guess may be wrong. There are application compatibility macros to make the
guess better, but it's still... a guess. Many OEMs intentionally choose
NOT to expose install functionality as it represents a stability liability.

2. License. Keep in mind that the device needs to be used in a manner that
agrees with the contract you've signed with Microsoft (CLA + ALP). CLA =
Customer License Agreement. ALP = Additional Licensing Provisions document
specific to XP Embedded. XPE builds are supposed to be used for dedicated
purposes and 'typically' that means a known set of applications in advance.
Applications that are used in support of the embedded purpose of the device
are generally accepted but in the end, you need to make sure you aren't
violating the license agreements with Microsoft.
 
Thanks Gordon!

That answer is really what i needed. What I really wants then is Win XP Pro,
since I will not know in advance what customers need to install or not.

B. Regards
JJ
 
Check with your distributor. Depending on your device scenario, "XP Pro for
Embedded Systems" might be right for you.
 
No - "XP Pro for Embedded Systems" is the full blown XP Pro package (not
componetized, no Target Designer, etc). The only difference is in the
licensing.

Price wise, "XP Pro" is the most expensive. "XP Pro for Embedded Systems"
is cheaper. "XP Embedded" is cheaper still.

Is "XP Pro for Embedded Systems" the same thing as "WinXP Embedded"?

JJ
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aaah, thanks for the info! Will go with the XP Pro for Embedded Systems,
since we will need approx 1000 copies.

JJ
 
Sounds good. If you need help with that, feel free to contact me directly
(gordon DOT smith AT avnet DOT com).
aaah, thanks for the info! Will go with the XP Pro for Embedded
Systems, since we will need approx 1000 copies.

JJ
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