InstallUtil.exe ConsoleApp - C++

Introduction

In C++, InstallUtil.exe is a command line tool that is used to install and uninstall services, as well as manage service applications. In this article, we will explore how this tool can be used to install services in a C++ Console Application.

Prerequisites

Before we can begin, we need to make sure that we have the necessary prerequisites installed. These include:

• Microsoft Visual Studio
• .NET Framework

Installing a Service Using InstallUtil.exe

To install a service using InstallUtil.exe, we must follow these steps:

1. Create a C++ Console Application project in Visual Studio.
2. Add a new class file for the service.
3. Inherit from the ServiceBase class and implement the necessary methods (OnStart, OnStop, etc.).
4. Build the project and generate an executable file.
5. Open a command prompt and navigate to the directory where the executable file is located.
6. Run the InstallUtil.exe tool followed by the name of the executable file.
7. Start the service using the Services tool in Windows.

Here is an example of how the command should look:

InstallUtil.exe C:\Projects\ConsoleApp\bin\Debug\ConsoleApp.exe

Uninstalling a Service Using InstallUtil.exe

To uninstall a service using InstallUtil.exe, we must follow these steps:

1. Open a command prompt and navigate to the directory where the executable file is located.
2. Run the InstallUtil.exe tool followed by the /u parameter and the name of the executable file.
3. Stop the service using the Services tool in Windows.

Here is an example of how the command should look:

InstallUtil.exe /u C:\Projects\ConsoleApp\bin\Debug\ConsoleApp.exe

Conclusion

InstallUtil.exe is a powerful tool that can be used to manage services in a C++ Console Application. By following the steps outlined in this article, you should be able to successfully install and uninstall services in your application.