I just found this little C++ application that can be used to deploy the .NET Framework, MDAC, IE, or any other pre-requisite for your application. It mimics the MSDN Bootstrapper but has many more features and a better visual interface. Here is the link: DevAge. If you are rolling out the .NET framework with your application, I strongly suggest you check this app out as it comes with source and if it doesn't fit your needs exactly, you can change it ......