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InstallAware Virtualization V4 released

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:49:00 GMT

Scanning the registry with PackageAware for InstallAware Virtualization.

Produce applications that eliminate false positives in anti-virus scans.

InstallAware Virtualization eliminates the need to install applications before running them by creating single, self-sustaining, executable files that don't require installation to run. Use it to convert any setup into a portable, single-file EXE virtual application which never extracts any files to the host system. Deploy to an unlimited number of clients using the royalty free licensing model.

Updates in V4

Anti-Virus Compatibility - Eliminate false positives in an anti-virus scan. The new virtualization engine has been white-listed with all major anti-virus manufacturers.
Direct Import for Registry Hives/Folders - Import thousands of registry keys and files in just a single click.
Enhanced 64-bit Virtualization
Ready for Windows 8

About InstallAware

InstallAware was founded in 2003 by InstallShield alumni. The company produces software installation and compression technologies for the Windows Installer (MSI) platform on the Microsoft Windows Operating System. InstallAware is supported by thousands of users worldwide and is a Borland Technology Partner.

InstallAware adds App-V package builder

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 12:07:55 GMT

Creating an installer using InstallAware Studio Admin.

Version 2012 also lets you ship both 32 bit and 64 bit applications inside a single App-V package.

InstallAware is a software installation solution for Windows Installer that enables MSIcode scripting for rapid setup development without the high cost and steep learning curve of other setup solutions. With InstallAware you can build sophisticated installations in record time without any programming or scripting skills. InstallAware provides you with the latest features and technology support, with the advantages of true rapid-Windows Installer development productivity. The following editions are available:

Updates in 2012

Tools and Libraries

The new Build App-V Package tool builds existing InstallAware projects as App-V virtualized packages, either interactively or from the command line. Hybrid 32 bit-64 bit App-V packages are supported.
The new App-V Viewer tool views the contents of any existing App-V virtualized package, including those that were not built from InstallAware projects.
All build tools, including the automation interface, the IDE, and the command line build tool, may now source files from 64 bit folders when running on 64 bit operating systems. Previously, file system redirection resulted in 32 bit files being sourced instead.
A Visual Studio 2011 Add-In is now available. The add-in automatically generates and builds InstallAware setups for your Visual Studio 2011 solutions. These may then be built as App-V virtualized packages using the Build App-V Package tool.

IDE

The Files design view now displays both $TARGETDIR$ and $TARGETDIR_X86$ folders when editing hybrid setups containing both 32 bit and 64 bit components, making it very easy to choose where to place your files on 64 bit target operating systems.
The IDE now displays native 64 bit registry keys in the Registry design view when running on 64 bit operating systems. Previously, only 32 bit registry keys were visible. These keys still remain visible under the Wow6432Node key.
The Shortcuts visual designer of the InstallAware IDE gives your applications prime exposure by pinning them to the Windows 8 Immersive Application Tiles. Use the New Shortcut window to create new shortcuts with pins, or add pins to your existing shortcuts by double-clicking them in the visual designer and editing shortcut properties.

Updated Scripting Commands

The Advertised Shortcut/Create Shortcut commands now offer flags to pin the shortcut target to Windows 8 Immersive Application Tiles. This invaluable real estate provides your applications with prime exposure.
The Get Folder Location command can now obtain the path for the Immersive Application Shortcuts folder.
The Get OS or SP Level command now supports Windows 8 and Windows Server 8.
The Get System Settings command now supports Windows 8, Windows Server 8, Internet Explorer 10, and Internet Information Server 8.

About InstallAware

InstallAware, founded in 2003 by InstallShield alumni, is a software development company focused solely on state of the art software installation tools that offer the highest compression ratios and bullet-proof installations. The company produces software installation and compression technologies for the Windows Installer (MSI) platform on the Microsoft Windows Operating System. InstallAware is supported by thousands of users worldwide.

InstallAware 12 adds digital rights management

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 11:34:00 GMT

Creating an installer using InstallAware Studio Admin.

Instantly convert any existing Win32, Win64 or .NET application into a protected try-and-die or try-and-buy application.

Updates in 12

IDE

The new Trialware and DRM design view lets you protect and sell your applications using InstallAware Digital Rights Management.
The new Power Tweaks design view lets you browse and edit advanced setup switches, and optimize your setups for performance or integrity.

Tools and Libraries

The new InstallAware Digital Rights Management tool permits you to manually wrap your applications and sell them using InstallAware Digital Rights Management, and may participate in automated build processes such as batch files.

Setup Engine

The setup engine now features folder path auto-completion for all edit controls which have been bound to path variables. An edit control is bound to a path variable if its Receives Information field has been set to Installation Folder. An edit control is also bound to a path variable if its Receives Information field has been set to [Written Variable Value], and the variable name specified in its Writes Values to Variable field is the same as the name of a button whose Performs Action field has been set to Select Custom Folder (per the same technique used to specify more than one target installation path on the same dialog).
The new $CUSTOM_TASKBAR_PROGRESS_ENABLED$ pre-defined variable permits to manually control the new Windows 7 Taskbar progress display.
The new $CUSTOM_TASKBAR_PROGRESS_MAX$ pre-defined variable sets the progress maximum for the new Windows 7 Taskbar progress display.
The new $CUSTOM_TASKBAR_PROGRESS_PERCENT$ pre-defined variable sets the current progress for the new Windows 7 Taskbar progress display.
You may now use the pre-defined variable $NATIVE_LOGGING$ to bind to new setup logs with the Native Code Setup Engine. This enables, for instance, building Multiple Instance setups with the Native Engine.

Updated Scripting Commands

The Advertised Shortcut/Create Shortcut commands can now prevent secondary tool and application shortcuts from being highlighted on the new Windows 7 Start Menu.

About InstallAware

InstallAware Software Corporation, founded in 2003 is a software development company focused solely on state of the art software installation tools that offer the highest compression ratios and bullet-proof installations. The company produces software installation and compression technologies for the Windows Installer (MSI) platform on the Microsoft Windows Operating System. InstallAware is supported by thousands of users worldwide, and is an Embarcadero Integrated Partner.

InstallAware adds new setup commands

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 14:39:00 GMT

Creating an installer using InstallAware Studio Admin.

Version 11 also updates the code signing tool to work with PFX format digital signature files.

Updates in 11

Tools and Libraries

Various template and sample projects have been updated to take advantage of new Aero support.
The Code Signing tool has been updated to work with PFX format digital signature files, in addition to the existing SPC/PVK format file pairs.

Plug-Ins

The application runtimes for Microsoft .NET Framework 4 have been updated to display deterministic installation progress. The client profile runtime is now a dependency of the full runtime.
The SQL Server Express plug-in now installs Microsoft SQL Express 2005 with Service Pack 4.
A new runtime is available for Microsoft Internet Information Services Express 4.5.
New runtimes are available for Microsoft SQL Server Compact 4.0 in x86 and x64 editions.
New runtimes are available for Windows Internet Explorer 9 in x86 and x64 editions.

Setup Engine

The $MYAHLOGO$ pre-defined variable may be used to hide the InstallAware Wizard setup dialog caption text.
The InstallAware Wizard initialization dialog now renders entirely on Aero Glass where available.
The InstallAware Wizard initialization dialog icon may now be changed using the Creatives design view.
Aero/Glass support in the setup engine has now left beta stage and is production quality. Please see Building Aero Glass Dialogs for more information.
The new $GLASS$ pre-defined variable indicates whether Aero or Basic Windows 7 / Windows Vista theme is currently active on the system.
The new #IGNOREMISSINGFILES# pre-defined compiler variable controls whether builds fail when invalid file references are found during a build.

Setup User Interface

The Impact dialog theme, Official dialog theme, and the Web Update dialogs have been updated for Aero.
New dialog controls are available for Aero: AeroButton, AeroBackButton, AeroPNGButton, and AeroPNGImage.
New Aero themes are available for Aero: Aero, and Glass.

IDE

The IDE now features a new Office 2010 style user interface.

New Scripting Commands

The new Create Games Explorer command creates a new Windows Games Explorer item.
The new Create Group command creates a new user group.
The new Create Media Center command registers an application with Windows Media Center.
The new Create User command creates a new Windows user account and adds it to one or more user groups, with support for detecting the correct user group name, even on localized systems. The command may also be used to add existing user accounts to one or more user groups.
The new Delete Games Explorer command deletes an existing Windows Games Explorer item.
The new Delete Group command deletes an existing user group.
The new Delete Media Center command deletes an application from Windows Media Center.
The new Delete User command deletes an existing Windows user account.
The new Edit XML File command creates new XML files or edits existing XML files on the target system.
The new Get XML File Settings command returns information on element text and attribute values contained inside XML files on the target system.
The new System Restore command creates and deletes Windows System Restore Points.
The new Terminate Process command safely terminates a running process by calling ExitThread from the context of the process to terminate.

Updated Scripting Commands

The Get IIS Property command has been updated with an IIS 7 specific schema.
The Set IIS Property command has been updated with an IIS 7 specific schema.

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InstallAware adds Aero Wizard look

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 17:29:00 GMT

The InstallAware MSIcode Editor allows rapid setup development.

Version 10.10 features Aero Wizard look and offers Aero Glass compatibility.

The following editions are available:

Updates in 10.10

Now supports the Aero Wizard look and offers Aero/Glass compatibility

About InstallAware

InstallAware Software Corporation, founded in 2003 by InstallShield alumni, is a software development company focused solely on state of the art software installation tools that offer the highest compression ratios and bullet-proof installations. The company produces software installation and compression technologies for the Windows Installer (MSI) platform on the Microsoft Windows Operating System. InstallAware is supported by thousands of users worldwide, and is a Borland Technology Partner.

InstallAware Virtualization 3.0 released

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 18:05:00 GMT

Scanning the registry with PackageAware for InstallAware Virtualization.

New feature lets you export InstallAware projects with a single-click, and rebuild as a virtual application.

InstallAware Virtualization eliminates the need to install applications before running them. Use InstallAware Virtualization to easily convert any setup into a virtual application project. With InstallAware Virtualization you can create truly portable single-file EXE virtual applications which never extract any files to the host system. Deploy to an unlimited, infinite number of clients using the royalty free licensing model.

Updates in V3.0

InstallAware project export to InstallAware Virtualization - Now, any existing InstallAware project may be exported to InstallAware Virtualization with a single-click, and rebuilt seamlessly as a virtual application. InstallAware itself is not required to be able to convert InstallAware projects to InstallAware Virtualization.
Significantly enhanced PackageAware speed
Support for .NET application and runtime virtualization
64-bit application capture and virtualization support

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Virtualization tool adds .NET support

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 18:00:00 GMT

Scanning the registry with PackageAware for InstallAware Virtualization.

InstallAware Virtualization V2.3 includes support for .NET.

Updates in V2.3

Now includes .NET support

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Create royalty-free portable apps

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 17:05:00 GMT

Scanning the registry with PackageAware for InstallAware Virtualization.

InstallAware Virtualization isolates applications from the OS and eliminates the need to install before running them.

InstallAware Virtualization easily converts any setup into a virtual application project. With InstallAware Virtualization you can create truly portable single-file EXE virtual applications which never extract any files to the host system. Deploy to an unlimited, infinite number of clients using the royalty free licensing model.

Features

Industrial Strength Application Virtualization
Application virtualization works with a single application, unlike virtual machine solutions which virtualize a full computer together with its own operating system and hardware resources.
Isolated Sandboxes
Virtualized applications run inside their own sandbox and are isolated from the underlying operating system and environment, and other virtualized applications. Each virtual application has its own virtual file system and virtual registry.
No Installation Required
Virtualized applications run without lengthy, and often error-prone installation.
Sidestep Application Conflicts
Application virtualization completely sidesteps all deployment conflicts, running incompatible applications, or even different versions of the same application, on the same host desktop, at the same time.
Truly Portable
InstallAware Virtualization, unlike other application virtualization products, does not pre-extract any files on the host computer. Everything runs off of a truly portable, single EXE file. Unlike other virtualization products, application files are never extracted to the host computer, but loaded directly from a single, portable EXE file.
Migrate Legacy Applications
Is your favorite application incompatible with your newest operating system? Use application virtualization to run it on any operating system, even if it won't natively run.
Eliminate Administrator Rights
Does your application require administrator rights? Virtualize it, and give it all the access it needs to the virtual file system and virtual registry; while safely keeping it away from protected areas of the underlying host operating system.
No Agents Required
InstallAware Virtualization does not require any agents to be installed on host operating systems before deployment. All you need is the truly portable EXE file!
PackageAware
Instantly create virtual application projects using the PackageAware setup capture utility. Refine and tweak captured applications further in the InstallAware Virtualization IDE.
Royalty Free
InstallAware Virtualization is royalty free! No client licenses are required at any time.

For more information visit:
http://www.installaware.com/news-installaware-virtualization.htm

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InstallAware adds native setup engine

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 16:55:00 GMT

The InstallAware MSIcode Editor allows rapid setup development.

Version 10's new setup engine provides a fast, reliable alternative to Windows Installer that also works in Safe Mode.

The following editions are available:

Updates in Version 10

Native Code Setup Engine
Two years in the making, InstallAware's new setup engine is fast compared to Windows Installer, and it adds convenience and stability to your setups.
Eliminate Windows Installer
Break through the confines of Windows Installer with InstallAware. Your setups will no longer fail if the Windows Installer stack on the target system has been corrupted for any reason, increasing your successful installation rates and lowering support costs.
Safe Mode Support
While the Windows Installer service is disabled in safe mode, the InstallAware Native Engine works flawlessly, allowing your users to repair or remove your software even if Windows cannot be started normally.
Loops in MSIcode
Use the new "while...wend" and "repeat...until" MSIcode loop constructs and bid farewell to error prone "goto...label" style programming. Enabled by the new Native Engine, loops make your setups easier and more fun to code, debug, and maintain.
Hybrid Installation Technology
Switch your setup between the Native Engine and Windows Installer engines at runtime, and any number of times. Hybrid Installation Technology allows you to use both engines simultaneously in the same setup. The choice is yours.
One Line to Enable
Add the line "Set Variable NATIVE_ENGINE to TRUE" anywhere in your MSIcode script to convert ANY existing InstallAware setup from Windows Installer to the Native Engine. Set the variable back to FALSE to use the Windows Installer engine.

For more information visit:
http://www.installaware.com/news-installaware-10.htm

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Looking to replace your Wise installer?

Wed, 19 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ComponentSource launches InstallAware upgrade offer.

In case you did not read the news, Symantec has announced that effective April 19, 2010, they will no longer be accepting new orders for Wise Installation Studio or Wise Installation Express. In addition, from that date Symantec announced that they will no longer be accepting renewals for maintenance agreements related to Wise Installation Studio either.

As an existing Wise Installation Studio user you may be interested in looking for an alternative product that is being updated regularly and that is still being supported. ComponentSource offers a range of alternative installation solutions including InstallAware and we have agreed a special upgrade opportunity with InstallAware for all our Wise Installation customers. InstallAware also provides a Wise migration wizard, to help make your move to InstallAware easy - so take a look at this great offer.

As an existing Wise customer, if you buy a new license before June 30th, 2010 for either InstallAware Developer or InstallAware Studio you will get an additional "free edition upgrade" and 30% off the usual price.

Buy InstallAware Developer (SRP $1,499) before June 30th, 2010

Get a 30% discount off the InstallAware Developer price
PLUS - get the InstallAware Studio edition - worth $1,999!

Buy InstallAware Studio (SRP $1,999) before June 30th, 2010

Get a 30% discount off the InstallAware Studio price
PLUS - get the InstallAware Studio Admin edition - worth $2,999!

If you are an existing Wise Installation Studio customer now would be a good time to evaluate an alternative product, like InstallAware and use their Wise migration wizard to move your existing installation scripts to their technology. If you like the InstallAware solution when you try it - make sure you buy before the end of June 2010 to get your "free edition upgrade".

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InstallAware 9 R2 integrates with VS2010

Tue, 11 May 2010 22:02:00 GMT

Screenshot from InstallAware Studio Admin.

Latest release adds 32 and 64 bit application runtimes and provides upgrade path to InstallShield and Wise customers.

Updates in version 9 R2

InstallAware 9 R2 creates Windows Installer setup packages with support for the latest technologies, including Windows 7, Microsoft .NET Framework 4, Microsoft SQL Server Express 2008 R2, Windows Server 2008 R2, and 64 bit operating systems.

Users of Visual Studio versions 2003, 2005, 2008, and 2010 may now access InstallAware functionality within their native environment; automatically creating and building setup projects without ever leaving the Visual Studio IDE. Setup projects created by InstallAware 9 R2's new Visual Studio 2010 Add-In may of course be further edited inside the main InstallAware IDE, while continuing to be seamlessly refreshed by the Add-In as projects are inserted to or removed from the Visual Studio solution.

InstallAware 9 R2 has been fortified with new 32 and 64 bit application runtimes targeting the Microsoft .NET Framework 4 ecosystem.

InstallAware 9 R2 is also the first version of InstallAware to provide an upgrade path to both InstallShield and Wise customers. The investment InstallShield and Wise customers have made in their existing setup projects will be preserved when they upgrade them to InstallAware through a single click conversion process, which produces a ready-to-build InstallAware setup project. The same week that Microsoft launched .NET Framework 4, Symantec announced their discontinuance (www.installaware.com/wise-discontinued.asp) of the Wise Installation System. Wise developers will be able to continue authoring their setups in theInstallAware IDE, while employing scripting and development metaphors similar to what they have been using before.

For more information visit:
http://www.installaware.com/news-installaware-9-r2.htm

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InstallAware adds .NET 4 support

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 17:33:00 GMT

The InstallAware MSIcode Editor allows rapid setup development.

Free update for InstallAware users adds support for .NET Framework 4 deployment.

The following editions are available:

Latest Update

Now supports .NET Framework 4 deployment

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InstallAware now available

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 18:04:00 GMT

The InstallAware MSIcode Editor allows rapid setup development.

ComponentSource now offers the customizable software installation solution with out-of-the-box Windows 7 support.

The following editions are available:

Features

MSI Customization without Complexity
InstallAware setups don't have to install any dependencies or scripting runtimes. Still, you can completely customize your setup even if you're unfamiliar with Windows Installer.
Best End User Experience
Impress your users while installing with interactive Flash presentations and HTML billboards. Choose from any of the stunning 15 pre-built setup themes.
Free Unlimited Dual-Mode Web Updates
InstallAware Web Update works out of the box. It looks and feels just like Windows Update - no pesky icons taking up system tray real estate, or independent browser windows that cannot be closed. Now with the ability to run update checks manually on-demand.
Out-of-the-Box Windows 7 Support
From displaying installation progress on the new Windows 7 Taskbar, to pinning your applications directly on the Windows 7 Taskbar or the new Start Menu in Windows XP and higher, InstallAware gives you the best exposure for your applications through smart use of the latest technology.
Fully Customizable
Nothing is hard-coded in InstallAware! You may customize every aspect of the installation user interface and setup logic, delivering installers tailored to highly specific needs.
Rich Command Library
InstallAware script contains a very wide selection of setup commands that perform a wide variety of installation tasks and report on the state of the target system at no effort to you.
Bundle Other Installations
InstallAware contains features that let you run third-party installers as an integral part of your main setup, capturing progress feedback, and letting you customize the third-party installations on-the-fly.
Multiple Editions
Choose the edition that best suits your needs! If you are on a budget, there is an InstallAware edition that does everything you need at a fraction of the cost of other installers.
Full Evaluations
Download unrestricted 30-day evaluations for any product edition. Test and build your setups to your satisfaction while still evaluating.
Single Click Install for .NET 3.5 SP 1, SQL Server 2008 SP1
Install a wide variety of runtimes and third party dependencies, including the .NET Framework 3.5 with Service Pack 1, Internet Explorer 8, the Java Virtual Machine, SQL Server Express 2008 with Service Pack 1, Crystal Reports Runtime, in all their 32/64 bit versions.

For more information visit:
http://www.installaware.com/news-installaware-9.htm