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msiexec: Install a program from its MSI package.
$ msiexec /package ${path\to\file-msi}
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The command "msiexec /package ${path\to\file-msi}" is used to execute an MSI (Microsoft Installer) package file.

Here's a breakdown of each component:

  • "msiexec": This is the executable name for the Windows Installer, a component of Windows operating systems that handles the installation, maintenance, and removal of software.
  • "/package": This is an argument or switch for "msiexec" that instructs it to process a package file.
  • "${path\to\file-msi}": This is a placeholder representing the actual file path (directory and filename) of the MSI package file. The "${path\to\file-msi}" should be replaced with the real file path, something like "C:\path\to\file.msi".

When you run this command, the Windows Installer will start, locate the specified MSI package file, and perform the installation process defined within the package. The installation may include copying files, updating system registry settings, creating shortcuts, and other actions specified by the software package creator.

This explanation was created by an AI. In most cases those are correct. But please always be careful and never run a command you are not sure if it is safe.
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