Planning the Deployment

To install Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 successfully, you must first plan your deployment processes and strategies. By understanding how to plan and automate your browser installation, you can reduce the cost of migration and ensure a smooth transition to Internet Explorer. This chapter describes how to plan your deployment.

In This Chapter

Evaluating Internet Explorer 5

Assembling Project Teams

Determining Time and Resource Requirements

Assessing System Requirements

Assessing Bandwidth Usage

Identifying Client and Server Configurations

Identifying Migration and Compatibility Issues

Managing Multiple Browsers

Specifying Custom Package Configurations

Considering User Needs

Determining Installation Media and Methods

Developing a Deployment Plan

Developing User Training and Support Plans

See Also

• For more information about testing the deployment process before installation, see Chapter 11, "Setting Up and Administering a Pilot Program."
• For more information about building custom packages for installation, see Chapter 15, "Running the Internet Explorer Customization Wizard."
• For more information about deploying the browser to your users, see Chapter 19, "Deploying Microsoft Internet Explorer 5."