Best Practices

The following are best practices for running Windows XP Setup:

  • Document your command-line options. Document the settings for Windows XP Setup in the Unattended Installation Worksheet (dist01.doc), which is in the Aids folder on this book’s companion CD.

  • Use network distribution points. When possible, use network distribution points to install Windows XP Professional. Network distribution points help standardize configurations and are manageable.

  • Use distribution media for remote computers. Use distribution media to install Windows XP Professional on remote computers when a suitable connection to the network distribution point isn’t available.

  • Run Windows XP Setup using Winnt32.exe. Use Winnt32.exe instead of Winnt.exe whenever possible. ...

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