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jmoger

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Posted - 04 Oct 2004 : 16:55:11

My project uses BitsyX and WinCE as a delivery mechanism for my application. The device will not be used as a consumer device - its only purpose is to run my application.

I'd like to have an application-devoid minimal CE 4.2 image for BitsyX (should follow the $3 license model). Basically take the existing CE 4.2 image and subtract:
1. all file viewers
2. media player
3. internet explorer
4. inbox
5. remote desktop connection
6. messenger

I want the GDI shell and not much else.

Additionally can anyone tell me:

1. If the "Run", "Help", "Documents" and "Favorites" menu items can be removed, disabled, or hidden?

2. If there is a way to elegantly "subtract" registry entries without resorting to regedit? I'm looking to get rid of the "My Computer" and "Recycle Bin" desktop icons (HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Explorer\Desktop) without manual regedit intervention. Maybe through adsload.reg?

3. Is it possible to eliminate the virtual keyboard?

Thanks,
James

akidder

1519 Posts

Posted - 04 Oct 2004 : 18:15:49

Thanks for your message, James. Most of our customers only use the CE desktop during development. When they deploy their application in the field, they suppress the desktop (forum topic 40) so that the end users can't get to Windows Explorer or the command line.

You are correct that ADSLOAD.REG is the best way to reliably set registry keys. ADSLOAD.REG can be loaded along with a specific CE image to create a consistent product in a production environment.

We have recently changed our software release procedures to generate both Core- and Professional-license builds (see topic 1431) when we create a release. This will allow developers to easily transition to cost-effective production builds when development is complete. Our next BitsyX release will be available in both license models and should ready for you to test with in the next few weeks.

Feel free to drop us a line directly or post here on the forums if you have follow-up questions.