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Microsoft store private app distribution
Microsoft store private app distribution

How to Navigate Private App Distribution in the New Microsoft Store

If you're already familiar with the basics of publishing an MSIX application to the Microsoft Store, you're ahead of the game.

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Radu Popescu

September 8th, 2023 · 2min read

#MICROSOFT-STORE #MSIX #SCCM #INTUNE
Ai v21
Ai v21

Advanced Installer 21.0 Released

Advanced Installer 21.0 is all about MSI packaging UI modernization. We are proud to introduce an innovative feature for enhancing the user interface of your MSI packages: MSI Embedded UI.

September 5th, 2023

Use logo for msix package
Use logo for msix package

Use Logos for MSIX Application Installer Branding

Branding an installation package plays a key role in today’s competitive digital landscape. It helps you differentiate your application in a crowded marketplace. Especially, for those in the application packaging industry, understanding how to brand an MSIX package is crucial to building trust and enhancing user experience.

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Renato Ivanescu

August 28th, 2023 · 5min read

#MSIX #TIPS
Custom prerequisite detection criteria
Custom prerequisite detection criteria

Prerequisite install detection criteria - How to create one

You often need to install additional components (known as prerequisites or runtimes) to your software product so it runs successfully on a machine. You must include the necessary prerequisites in the installer package for the application, ensuring that they are automatically installed on the machine when needed.

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Renato Ivanescu

August 23rd, 2023 · 6min read

#LOCALIZATION
Application packaging interview questions
Application packaging interview questions

Application Packaging Job Interview Questions and Answers

With the release of the MSI Packaging Academy after which you can get a certification that proves your packaging skills, I also thought to give you some of the most used application packaging interview questions, some of which I have asked different applicants during the years. These questions could give you a general idea of what is to be expected when you are going to your next interview and possibly could ease up your emotions.

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Alex Marin

August 18th, 2023 · 8min read

#MSI #REPACKAGING
App packaging benefits
App packaging benefits

The Main Benefits of Application Packaging - A Business Perspective

In business, we often have to weigh the differences between expenses and true investments. Take the application packaging industry, for example.

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Horatiu Vladasel

August 18th, 2023 · 8min read

#MSI #MSIX
Package advancedview java as msix
Package advancedview java as msix

How to package AdvancedView (with Java bundled) as MSIX

Repackaging aWin32 app with Java dependencies as MSIX can often be challenging.

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Horatiu Vladasel

August 11th, 2023 · 3min read

#MSIX #JAVA
Msix error fix loadersearchpathoverride extension
Msix error fix loadersearchpathoverride extension

MSIX: LoaderSearchPathOverride extension fix for "DLL not found" issue

Application packaging is an ever-evolving domain, and MSIX has become the de facto choice for IT professionals and developers.When an application is packaged as an MSIX, it runs within a containerized environment that provides isolation and security.

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Horatiu Vladasel

August 10th, 2023 · 3min read

#MSIX
Branding msi installer with logo
Branding msi installer with logo

Branding your MSI Installation Package using Logos

Software branding plays a fundamental role in distinguishing your product in the competitive market. Beyond functionality, your software's brand recognition is crucial.

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Renato Ivanescu

August 10th, 2023 · 7min read

#MSI #TIPS
Allow app from unknown publisher make changes
Allow app from unknown publisher make changes

"Do you want to allow this app from an unknown publisher to make changes to your device" Message Handling

Ever stumbled upon the message “Do you want to allow this app from an unknown publisher to make changes to your device”? You're not alone. This User Account Control (UAC) alert can be unclear, and potentially concerning for some users.

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Alex Marin

August 4th, 2023 · 3min read

#DIGITAL-SIGNATURE
Winget windows package management
Winget windows package management

Windows Package Management: A Comprehensive Guide to WinGet

For many years, Windows was missing a handy feature that Linux users took for granted: an efficient package manager. This tool streamlines the process of installing, updating, and configuring software.

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Alex Marin

August 4th, 2023 · 4min read

#TOOLS #TIPS
Software uninstall with powershell package management
Software uninstall with powershell package management

How to uninstall software using Package management in PowerShell

We've all been there - you're trying to uninstall a piece of software, but it just doesn't seem to be as straightforward as you'd like. Perhaps the traditional uninstall process is proving to be a hassle, or maybe the software doesn't seem to want to leave your system, no matter how hard you try.

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Alex Marin

August 4th, 2023 · 4min read

#POWERSHELL
Install unsigned drivers windows 10 11
Install unsigned drivers windows 10 11

How to Install Unsigned Drivers easily on Windows 10/11?

The confusion of dealing with unsigned drivers can sometimes disrupt your software installation process. Windows typically raises a red flag when such drivers come into play, triggering a warning message that it can't validate the publisher's credibility.

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Alex Marin

August 3rd, 2023 · 8min read

#WINDOWS #WINDOWS-11 #TIPS
What is windows powershell
What is windows powershell

What is PowerShell and how to use it to customize your MSI

In today’s software development industry, the partnership between PowerShell and MSI packaging continues to grow stronger.

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Alex Marin

July 28th, 2023 · 5min read

#POWERSHELL #MSI
What is a mime type
What is a mime type

What is a MIME type and how can you declare it?

In the world of digital communication, being able to correctly identify and interpret different types of data files is crucial.

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Alex Marin

July 28th, 2023 · 4min read

#TIPS
Import registry files
Import registry files

How to Import Windows Registry (.reg) Files

Working with registry files is quite a simple task. However, depending on the action you want to take, you can encounter various scenarios.

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Alex Marin

July 27th, 2023 · 5min read

#IMPORT #POWERSHELL
Upgrade application built with visual studio
Upgrade application built with visual studio

How to upgrade your C# application built with Visual Studio

Keeping your application upgraded is key for maintaining its functions and security. Regularly checking for and installing new versions ensures that your app works at its best.

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Renato Ivanescu

July 27th, 2023 · 6min read

#VISUAL-STUDIO #AUTOMATION
Ai v20
Ai v20

Advanced Installer 20.9 Released

Advanced Installer 20.9 introduces powerful updates to elevate your software packaging and deployment experience. With the Prerequisites Major Revamp, installation becomes a breeze as all prerequisites and the main package unify, improving the user experience for your customers.

July 27th, 2023

Read ini files with powershell
Read ini files with powershell

How to easily Read INI Files with PowerShell commands

With the rise of configuration files in various applications, understanding the ins and outs of INI files can elevate your productivity as a developer or software enthusiast. Despite their roots in the 16-bit Microsoft Windows platforms, INI files remain a crucial part of application configurations.

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Alex Marin

July 20th, 2023 · 4min read

#POWERSHELL
Install drivers msi package
Install drivers msi package

How to Handle Driver Installation through an MSI package?

Installing software drivers can often seem like a complex task, but it doesn’t have to be. While MSI technology doesn't directly support driver installation, the Operating System (OS) provides a multitude of ways to achieve this.

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Alex Marin

July 20th, 2023 · 6min read

#POWERSHELL #MSI
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