BitRock updates InstallBuilder Pro

New version boasts numerous updates including an improved builder tool for OS X x86.

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User interface options and platform specific settings.

BitRock InstallBuilder Professional allows you to quickly create easy to use, multiplatform installers that have a native look and feel across Windows, Mac OS X and Linux (x86/PPC/x64) from a single build environment.

Updates in V6.2.4

• Improved builder tool on OS X x86
• Added new windows_os_service_pack built-in variable
• Allow <addTextToFile> action to also insert text at the beginning
• Allow autoupdate to run and install installers in unattended mode
• New <deleteLockedFilesOnReboot> action.
• Fixed <kill> action not accepting paths as arguments on Windows 64bits
• Fixed <autodetectJava> action not correctly detecting 64bit Java installations on Windows
• Fix OS X installers Info.plist not correctly created when non-ASCII characters were used in the installer name
• Open file button fails on OS X if initial directory does not exist.
• addLibraryToPath action does not resolve variables in its path tag
• addLibraryToPath not working correctly on Linux x64 and OS X
• platformTest can now distinguish between hpux-ia64 and hpux-parisc
• addDirectoryToPath not working correctly on OS X
• launchBrowser action fails in some environments

About BitRock

BitRock makes open source software easier to use by providing a complete automated solution for Open Source Application Deployment. As long time open source users and contributors, Bitrock believes that open source solutions are often more stable, more secure and perform better than their commercial counterparts. BitRock has developed a system to provide a single, consistent and simplified application deployment process across multiple operating system platforms. As a result, open source applications are easier to install, manage and support. Leading independent software vendors (ISVs), system integrators and IT departments use BitRock to automate application stack integration, packaging, installation and updates. BitRock was founded in 2003 in Seville, Spain by Daniel Lopez Ridruejo. Since then, the company has attracted a diverse, talented team of individuals whose experience spans Silicon Valley, Europe and Southeast Asia. Its client base includes businesses, governments, and educational institutions throughout the world, from Fortune 100 companies to independent game developers. BitRock is privately held and has offices in Seville and San Francisco.