Microsoft, Software Developers: You can do better!

A software installation process should consist of the following five steps:

  1. Connect your Pocket PC to a desktop PC running ActiveSync.
  2. On a web site locate the software you wish to install and "open" it to start the installation process. Or...
  3. Use Windows Explorer to locate previously downloaded software on your desktop. Click on the software file to start the installation process from your desktop PC.
  4. Follow on-screen instructions for installing it.
  5. Follow any on-screen instructions on the Pocket PC, and then register the software.