Create strong, reliable Windows Installers. InstallShield allows you to create flexible installations quickly and easily across all Windows operating systems. First-time developers find it easy to create installations, while power users find its depth and flexibility perfect for developing complex software installations. It supports the latest technologies, including Visual Studio 2005/2008, .NET 2.0, .NET 3.0/3.5, SQL Server 2005 and Windows Vista. InstallShield also includes MSI 3.0 support, automatic updating of XML file settings and Trialware functionality which allows developers to add more power and flexibility into their setup projects (InstallShield Premier Edition Only).
Quick and easy installations that support today's technologies. InstallShield Express is easy to use and shields setup authors from installation complexities of building a setup. You can rapidly build, test and implement Windows and mobile device installations in record time without any training. InstallShield Express keeps setup authors up to date with support for the latest technologies and industry standards, including Windows Vista, .NET 3.0 support and Try and Buy functionality. The Express Edition is a cost-effective solution that will fit into any budget, making it possible for everyone to create professional looking Windows or mobile device installations.
Create strong, reliable Windows Installers. InstallShield Professional with Virtualization Pack allows you to create flexible installations quickly and easily across all Windows operating systems. InstallShield Professional with Virtualization Pack includes Microsoft App-V Support for Virtual Packages. Now when you build an MSI, InstallShield Professional can simultaneously build it as an App-V virtual package. It can also convert your legacy MSIs to App-V packages in minutes. The new App-V support is ideal for creating conflict-free product evals and for companies adopting application virtualization in their own environments. InstallShield supports the latest technologies, including Windows 7/8 and Windows Installer 5 (MSI 5). InstallShield Professional also supports Microsoft's latest products, including Visual Studio 11, .NET Framework, MSBuild, and DirectX. With InstallShield you can expand installations to servers and Web services, including IIS, Oracle, MySQL, SQL Server 2008 and Windows Server 2008. InstallShield also lets you target mobile devices with support for Windows Mobile, Windows Embedded SQL Server Compact Edition, and PalmOS.
A setup authoring tool for ISVs and enterprises deploying products, patches and web updates. 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.