Installationincluding

Installationincluding is a documentation term used to describe installation workflows that bundle all required elements into a single deployment step. In practice, it means the installer includes core software, necessary dependencies, drivers or plugins, and an initial configuration sufficient to run the product with minimal manual setup.

It applies to software packages, platform installers, and device drivers. The focus is on reducing post-installation steps and ensuring consistent deployments across environments. It does not necessarily imply that every user option is selected; rather, the default configuration is designed to be complete and functional out of the box.

Typical workflow begins with pre-install checks for system requirements and conflicts, followed by assembly or retrieval of all components, then execution of the installer which places files, registers services, and applies configuration settings. After installation, validation steps verify file integrity, service status, and basic functionality. Documentation often notes installationincluding to reassure users that no additional components are needed beyond what is provided.

Approaches include all-in-one installers that package everything, container images that embed dependencies, and package-manager based distributions that resolve and install required components automatically. Each approach aims to streamline deployment and improve reproducibility.

Considerations include installer size, download bandwidth, licensing of bundled components, update paths, and compatibility with existing environments. Potential drawbacks include longer installation times, increased footprint, and less flexibility for customizing dependencies.

See also: software packaging, installer, dependency management, silent installation, unattended installation.