Deploying Microsoft Internet Explorer 5

After extensive research, planning, testing, and analysis, the final step in the deployment process is rolling out the Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 installation to your users. This chapter describes the steps to follow when you are ready to deploy Internet Explorer.

Important Although the processes described in this chapter are based on a corporate business model for deployment, it is recommended that Internet service providers and Internet content providers follow similar procedures when they roll out Internet Explorer to their users.

In This Chapter

Announcing the Deployment

Preparing the Users' Computers

Providing User Training and Support

Building Custom Package Files

Signing Custom Package Files

Preparing the Distribution Media

Installing Microsoft Internet Explorer 5

Assisting Users During Installation

See Also

• For more information about preparing the teams, tools, resources, and plans for deploying Internet Explorer, see Chapter 9, "Planning the Deployment."
• For more information about testing the deployment process before the final rollout, 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."