When you switch from using App-V to MSIX for packaging your applications, you'll notice a big change in how shortcuts work. MSIX doesn't use the old .lnk shortcuts StartMenu you might be used to. Instead, it uses something called “modern application entries.”

At Advanced Installer, security is not just a feature; it's a core value. We are dedicated to protecting our users' data, intellectual property, and overall digital well-being. Our commitment extends to every aspect of our product, offering a secure and reliable environment for installation and deployment needs.

Microsoft’s guidelines for MSIX packages introduced a new approach to app configuration, in contrast with the MSI package format.

Microsoft introduced new guidelines for configuring apps deployed via MSIX packages, different from those for traditional MSI packages. These include the app configuration when the user first launches it. With MSI packages you could hand over the app configuration to the installer. With MSIX you have to add code to allow configuration at the app’s initial launch because the installation sequence is no longer customizable

When deploying with MSIX, the files and folders within the user's AppData directory (located under C:\Users\<user_name>\AppData) are written to a per-user, per-app location.

Ever faced the puzzle of deploying an application silently via Intune in a system context, but also needing to communicate with the user? You're not alone!

As we unveil Advanced Installer 21.3, the final release of the year, we reflect on a transformative 2023. In 2023, Advanced Installer has made remarkable steps in enhancing user experience and functionality.

VBScript (Visual Basic Script) is a scripting language introduced by Microsoft in the mid-1990s. It was designed to offer a lightweight scripting capability for web development and Windows administration. In October 2023, Microsoft announced the VBScript deprecation in upcoming Windows releases, making it available only as a feature on demand.

In today's world, where digital security is crucial, installing new software on your computer should be straightforward and secure.

In the dynamic world of software installation, one often faces the challenge of creating both offline and web installers, not to mention the MSI version for Enterprise customers.

Customizations for applications inside the Windows OS are usually done either in files or the registry, depending on the developer's choice.

The Context Menu is undeniably one of the most useful shell extensions in Windows. This menu appears when you right-click on an object, like a file, folder, or icon, in Windows Explorer or File Explorer.

Hey there, IT folks and tech enthusiasts! Today, we're diving into the ever-changing world of IT management, specifically the transition from SCCM to Intune, and spicing things up with a bit of application packaging know-how.

Developing in C++ means creating powerful and efficient applications. But once the development is done, how do we package such an app for the end users?

We are excited to introduce a powerful new feature in Advanced Installer: the ability to run .NET and .NET Framework code as a predefined custom action.

Have you just finished developing your application and created the installation package using Advanced Installer?

Winget is a command-line package manager created by Microsoft for the Windows operating system. It enables users to search for, install, update, and uninstall software applications using the command line or scripts instead of a graphical user interface (GUI).

C# is a widely used programming language for developing various applications - from desktop apps to games and websites.

In our previous article, we simplified the steps of App-V 5 to MSIX conversion using MSIX Packaging Tool and Advanced Installer. We went even further and saw How to Automate the App-V to MSIX conversion.

In our latest article, we discussed App-V to MSIX conversion: Shortcut argument skipped during conversion. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg. The same goes for WorkingDirectory.