Does anyone know of a free, easy to use .msi compiler?

Question

I am trying to do some application automation and have noticed that installing .msi packages is much easier to do and work with. Most of the applications, however, are in .exe format. Does anyone know of a free, easy to use compiler that I could use to create .msi files from .exe. I realize there will be coding involved which is ok.

Answer 1

try Wix complier it is good.

and that is what microsoft uses to build their msi

Answer 2

dude, if you like to create a setup file you can use NSIS (www.nullsoft.com) for free, or you can download cracked version of InstallShield (www.ddl2.com or other sites!)