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Application dependencies are a common requirement in the packaging industry. With the transition from MSI to MSIX, we now have more options to declare and handle them. [...]
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Full View / NID: 97216 / Submitted by: The Zilla of Zuron
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Recently, I was assigned to monitor a third-party application to detect when a workstation is unlocked or a user logs in. Additionally, if the monitor goes off, the monitored app should be started. [...]
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Full View / NID: 97215 / Submitted by: The Zilla of Zuron
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At Advanced Installer, security is our top priority—we take every necessary step to keep our products secure. When a vulnerability is discovered, we immediately investigate and resolve the issue. [...]
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Full View / NID: 97134 / Submitted by: The Zilla of Zuron
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Advanced Installer 22.5 was released on March 3rd, 2025
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Full View / NID: 97127 / Submitted by: The Zilla of Zuron
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Creating an installation package is a crucial step in software deployment, and choosing the right packaging tool can significantly impact the process. Each tool has its advantages and disadvantages. Your choice depends on factors such as project complexity, ease of use, or the need for advanced features. [...]
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Full View / NID: 97101 / Submitted by: The Zilla of Zuron
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MSIX is a modern application packaging format that simplifies deployment and updates. One of its key features is the ability to package registry settings along with the application, ensuring a clean and isolated setup. Key benefits include: [...]
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Full View / NID: 97092 / Submitted by: The Zilla of Zuron
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As we head into 2025, the application packaging world feels familiar—like a well-worn tool that still gets the job done. While there’s always talk of “the next big thing,” much of what worked in 2024 will keep working. Let’s break down what to expect. [...]
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Full View / NID: 97023 / Submitted by: The Zilla of Zuron
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Microsoft Deployment Toolkit, commonly known as MDT, is a robust solution for IT professionals needing to deploy Windows operating systems and applications across multiple devices efficiently. Its primary goal is to simplify and streamline the deployment process, ensuring consistency and reducing the likelihood of errors. [...]
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Full View / NID: 97022 / Submitted by: The Zilla of Zuron
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At Advanced Installer, we’ve been hosting weekly Tech Talks for over a year, where our developers share key insights, lessons learned, and in-depth explorations of topics that help us grow as a team. These sessions have been invaluable for us, and we’re excited to share some of the best takeaways with the wider developer community. [...]
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Full View / NID: 97021 / Submitted by: The Zilla of Zuron
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Advanced Installer 22.4 was released on January 29th, 2025
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Full View / NID: 97007 / Submitted by: The Zilla of Zuron
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The role of a software packaging engineer is often misunderstood. Is it just a small part of a bigger process? Is it a “one-man show”? And do you really need one in your company? [...]
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Full View / NID: 97000 / Submitted by: The Zilla of Zuron
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Starting with ImageMagick version 7.1.1-31, we’re leveraging Advanced Installer to automatically build and publish the latest release to the Windows Package Manager repository. This allows users to install ImageMagick using the Winget command line tool. [...]
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Full View / NID: 96999 / Submitted by: The Zilla of Zuron
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Whether you're a seasoned developer or just getting started, Windows Sandbox is designed to make your application installer testing process smoother, safer, and more efficient. [...]
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Full View / NID: 96939 / Submitted by: The Zilla of Zuron
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When creating an installer for your application, it's often necessary to read configuration values during the setup process. [...]
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Full View / NID: 96940 / Submitted by: The Zilla of Zuron
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Back in the days of Windows XP and the early stages of application repackaging for enterprise needs, quality assurance teams often needed to verify that the repackaged MSI package had the same structure as the original installation package. [...]
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Full View / NID: 96941 / Submitted by: The Zilla of Zuron
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This is not a new issue – it dates back to the transition days between Windows Vista, XP, and Windows 7. [...]
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Full View / NID: 96859 / Submitted by: The Zilla of Zuron
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Advanced Installer 22.3 was released on December 10th, 2024
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Full View / NID: 96840 / Submitted by: The Zilla of Zuron
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When it comes to application packaging, two widely used tools are Advanced Installer and EMCO MSI Package Builder. Each tool brings unique strengths to the table, catering to various professional needs. [...]
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Full View / NID: 96841 / Submitted by: The Zilla of Zuron
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You've put in the hard work to create an Inno Setup installer, and now it’s time to make sure end users trust your installer. Adding a digital signature to your setup file gives it credibility and protects it from tampering. [...]
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Full View / NID: 96789 / Submitted by: The Zilla of Zuron
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When creating an installer package, you typically provide a default installation folder and allow the users to modify it if required. But what if you need to set the installation path based on a value saved in the registry? [...]
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Full View / NID: 96788 / Submitted by: The Zilla of Zuron
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