Add MSI installer support#2
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This pull request introduces a new Windows Installer (MSI) packaging workflow for
skHost, alongside improvements to the release process and enhanced installation/uninstallation logging. The changes automate the creation of both a portable ZIP archive and an MSI installer, update the release documentation, and add more detailed feedback for users during installation and removal.Release workflow and packaging improvements:
build-packagesjob in.github/workflows/build-release.yml, running on Windows, that generates both a ZIP archive and an MSI installer using the WiX Toolset. The workflow now stages files listed inmanifest.txt, sets up .NET and WiX, builds the MSI, and uploads both package types as artifacts. [1] [2]build-packagesjob outputs, describe both the ZIP and MSI packages, and provide improved installation instructions for each.Windows Installer (MSI) integration:
wix/) includingProduct.wxs,skHost.wixproj, andLicense.rtfto define the MSI installer, its features (PATH registration, auto-start, Start Menu shortcuts), and license. The installer targets per-user installation in%LocalAppData%\SaltSpectre\skHost. [1] [2] [3]manifest.txtto includeLICENSEandREADME.mdin the distributed packages.version.txtto reflect the new development branch for the WiX installer.Installation and uninstallation logging enhancements:
app_handler.ps1by adding log messages for key steps during install/uninstall, such as creating/removing autostart registry entries, Start Menu shortcuts, and cleaning up old files. This does not affect MSI based un/installation [1] [2]These changes streamline the release process, make installation more user-friendly on Windows, and provide clearer feedback during setup and removal.
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