#5563: more documentation for bdist_msi.

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Georg Brandl 2009-03-31 22:03:40 +00:00
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.. module:: distutils.command.bdist_msi
:synopsis: Build a binary distribution as a Windows MSI file
.. class:: bdist_msi(Command)
.. % todo
Builds a `Windows Installer`_ (.msi) binary package.
.. _Windows Installer: http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc185688(VS.85).aspx
In most cases, the ``bdist_msi`` installer is a better choice than the
``bdist_wininst`` installer, because it provides better support for
Win64 platforms, allows administrators to perform non-interactive
installations, and allows installation through group policies.
:mod:`distutils.command.bdist_rpm` --- Build a binary distribution as a Redhat RPM and SRPM