Re: Can I install programs after i create an windows embedded shel

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.


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

JJ

"Gordon Smith (eMVP)" wrote:

Check with your distributor. Depending on your device scenario, "XP
Pro for Embedded Systems" might be right for you.

kermith wrote:
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

"Gordon Smith (eMVP)" wrote:

kermith wrote:
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

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.

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Gordon Smith (eMVP)
-- Avnet Applied Computing Solutions

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-- Avnet Applied Computing Solutions

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-- Avnet Applied Computing Solutions


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