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For all of those who want to install maps, but have no clue as to what a '.rar' or '.zip' or this whole 'compression' thing is, maybe you could upload your next map using a self installer. Winzip, Winrar, and the completely free 7-zip all create simple self extracting executables, which, when started, user follows simple instructions(They click a button) and the files are extracted to a predetermined directory. Personally I think it's 'advisable' for everyone to ship their next map like this.

Also there are free install systems that create profesionall looking installers like Clickteam Install Creater and NSIS. The problem with these is that it might be a bit of a hassle for the more computer literate of us. Well, no, not really, "next, next,next, start, ok, exit" takes only about 5 seconds, and it'll make you look profesional, if you have pictures and maybe a screenshit for a backround.

The problem with the Clickteam system is that the free verion has an ad at the end of every installer, and with NSIS, let's just say I have not figured it out yet. . .But I've seen some really nice installers made with it and its completely free.

Another Solution is to compile a FAQ or make a guide, and have Guru place a big fat link to it at the top of the Map Download page. . .

Hi Ace,

Do you know which program Eddie used with his maps?


Rip

WinRAR, self extract option

WinZIP Self-Extractor is nice, too. You can download it here : http://www.winzip.com/downse.htm
Next, I've found another free installation maker : Setup2Go.

It really isn't that hard to extract the files to the correct location, an FAQ or Read me instructions will suffice... other games that need multiple files placed in different directories should have them but as we all know BF is a 1-folder-wonder.

Yes, you're right, Monkey...
Nevertheless, I think a newbie prefers following steps of an installer than those of a read-me file...

I'm going to bump this for all to see.