how to include SQL DB file and SQL installer for Deployment with VS2010

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i am using visual studio 2010 and sql express 2008
i would like to deploy my project with setup and deployment project and would like to include the sql database file and sql express installer. so user can easily install and use the application.

i would like to know step by step instructions or any link that can help.

Posted 24-Jan-14 15:14pm

deva936

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PIEBALDconsult · Answer 1 · 2014-01-24T15:36:00

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Please don't. The user may already have SQL Server installed, perhaps even a newer one than you have, perhaps one a server. Simple state in the documentation that SQL Server is required and let the user decide how best to access it.

Posted 24-Jan-14 15:36pm

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deva936 24-Jan-14 21:54pm

alright i got you. and i like your advice.
can you describe how to move the db to target machine. step by step or any link, please?
thank you