I am trying to write a batch file for my users to run from their Vista machines with UAC. The file is re-writing their hosts file, so it needs to be run with Administrator permissions. I need to be able to send them an email with a link to the .bat file. The desired behavior … Read more
I want my batch file to only run elevated. If not elevated, provide an option for the user to relaunch batch as elevated. I’m writing a batch file to set a system variable, copy two files to a Program Files location, and start a driver installer. If a Windows 7/Windows Vista user (UAC enabled and even if … Read more
Once my program is installed on a client machine, how do I force my program to run as an administrator on Windows 7? 13 s 13 You’ll want to modify the manifest that gets embedded in the program. This works on Visual Studio 2008 and higher: Project + Add New Item, select “Application Manifest File”. Change the … Read more
