Where Are We?

ClickOnce deployment allows you to deploy Windows Forms applications using the same model you might be accustomed to with web applications. But more than that, ClickOnce is a highly configurable framework for packaging, publishing, and launching your applications. It is built on a trustworthy computing model that incorporates Authenticode digital signatures for secure publishing and CAS for secure execution. Additionally, ClickOnce factors in other considerations such as file and installation dependencies, versioning, and alternative delivery methods. All in all, ClickOnce is a remarkably powerful tool that should make it a lot easier to take the Windows Forms route and enjoy all the benefits of the web development model.