Stand alone executable (including runtime engine) - and Linux question

[WayneS1324]

I have some projects coming up where the OS will run from a CD.

I have two options...

   1. Build an executable that contains the runtime engine so it will run on a machine that does not have the RTE installed. Is this possible?

   2. Install the RTE on an external HDD and tell the executable (on startup) where the RTE is. I need the program to run even if the HDD letter where the RTE is changes.

Question 2: I've been working on a windows machine. Assuming there are no windows library calls... can I copy the project to a Linux LV installation and run it without modifications?

[ChrissyC]

Hi,

Don't know if this is exactly what you're looking for, but you can create an installer (windows) that contains the run-time engine and any instrument drivers etc. This could also be included on the CD. See link: 

http://zone.ni.com/devzone/cda/tut/p/id/3303

-CC 

[WayneS1324]

Thanks but no, thats not what I'm looking for.

I dont want to have to run the installer everytime I need to use the program.