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Why does the MSI installer reconfigure if I delete a file?

Windows Installer is a deployment technology, its job is to install the specified files and registry settings and keep them in the specified install locations and to ensure they are the right versions – self-repair or resiliency is a mechanism to that end. Its operation conflicts with a developer’s need to exchange files on the … Read more

How can I determine what causes repeated Windows Installer self-repair?

Self-Repair, Simple & Short Explanation: Why does the MSI installer reconfigure if I delete a file? Alternative Answer Available UPDATE: There is a shorter, more “solution focused” answer available, perhaps try it first. This answer focuses on “understanding self-repair” rather than explaining the steps to take to eliminate the problem. You might want to read … Read more