Windows service upgrade process? Is it automated or is it manual?

Question

If I have a Windows service on the server, what is the “best practice” for updating the service? (let's say there was a mistake in it, or I need to add more features to it).

Is there a way to shut down a service, fix it, and start it in a more automatic way?

(any links with code will be great)

Answer 1

Well, you can always find the version in the installer (if you used it) and run that, in my experience, it overlays the old versions with the newer.

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

InstallShield supports Windows services. Using installers will make your task a lot easier.