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How to read values from ini file
How to read values from ini file

How to Read Values from an INI File in Your Installer

When creating an installer for your application, it's often necessary to read configuration values during the setup process.

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Alex Marin

December 24th, 2024 · 4min read

#POWERSHELL #TIPS
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Extract msi msix exe installer content

How to Extract the Contents of MSI, MSIX, and EXE Installation Packages

Back in the days of Windows XP and the early stages of application repackaging for enterprise needs, quality assurance teams often needed to verify that the repackaged MSI package had the same structure as the original installation package.

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Alex Marin

December 20th, 2024 · 4min read

#MSI #MSIX #REPACKAGER
Msi warning 1946 property shortcut could not be set
Msi warning 1946 property shortcut could not be set

Understanding "MSI Warning 1946: Property Shortcut Could Not Be Set" and How to Fix It

This is not a new issue – it dates back to the transition days between Windows Vista, XP, and Windows 7.

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Alex Marin

December 13th, 2024 · 3min read

#MSI
Ai v22
Ai v22

Advanced Installer 22.3 Released

Advanced Installer 22.3 introduces built-in support for Windows Server 2025, enabling seamless configuration of Windows Features and Server Roles directly within your installation packages.

December 10th, 2024

Advanced installer emco msi package builder comparison
Advanced installer emco msi package builder comparison

Advanced Installer vs. EMCO MSI Package Builder: Comparison in Features, Strengths, and Limitations

When it comes to application packaging, two widely used tools are Advanced Installer and EMCO MSI Package Builder. Each tool brings unique strengths to the table, catering to various professional needs.

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Alex Marin

December 6th, 2024 · 4min read

Create msi installer with visual studio
Create msi installer with visual studio

How to create MSI installers with Visual Studio

Visual Studio is an integrated development environment (IDE) tool made by Microsoft to build code, and publish applications. It is mainly used to develop different types of software—from computer programs to web services.

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Renato Ivanescu

November 28th, 2024 · 9min read

#MSI #VISUAL-STUDIO
Code signing inno setup packages
Code signing inno setup packages

Code Signing Your Inno Setup Installers - A Complete Guide

You've put in the hard work to create an Inno Setup installer, and now it’s time to make sure end users trust your installer. Adding a digital signature to your setup file gives it credibility and protects it from tampering.

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Renato Ivanescu

November 21st, 2024 · 4min read

#DIGITAL-SIGNATURE #CODE-SIGNING
Check software digital signature
Check software digital signature

How to Verify Software Digital Signature with SignTool, Scripts, or Advanced Installer

Ensuring the integrity and authenticity of software is essential for maintaining security and user trust. Digital signatures provide a reliable method for verifying the origin and integrity of files, helping to prevent tampering and unauthorized modifications.

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Alex Marin

November 8th, 2024 · 5min read

#DIGITAL-SIGNATURE
Register file association with wix
Register file association with wix

How to Register File Types/Extensions with a WiX Installer?

File associations play a key role in enhancing user experience and streamlining workflows.

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Renato Ivanescu

November 8th, 2024 · 3min read

Ai v22
Ai v22

Advanced Installer 22.2 Released

The latest version of Advanced Installer, 22.2, introduces nested context menus for file associations in MSI packages, simplifying file type management and navigation.

November 4th, 2024

Uninstall previous app version with inno setup
Uninstall previous app version with inno setup

How to Automatically Uninstall a Previous Application Version with Inno Setup

Updates are crucial in software development, enabling developers to add new features, fix bugs, and enhance security. Regular updates are essential to maintaining the performance and reliability of applications.

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Renato Ivanescu

October 25th, 2024 · 5min read

#AUTOMATION #TOOLS
Deploy exe via gpo with powershell
Deploy exe via gpo with powershell

How to Deploy an EXE File via Group Policy Using PowerShell

Group Policy Objects (GPOs) are a powerful feature of Windows environments that enable administrators to control and configure operating systems, programs, and user settings across a network.

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Alex Marin

October 25th, 2024 · 3min read

#POWERSHELL #AUTOMATION
Intune run win32 app installation 64 bit context
Intune run win32 app installation 64 bit context

How to Force Intune to Run App Installations in a 64-bit Context

Those of you already familiar with Intune might have noticed that, by default, Intune runs the application installer process in a 32-bit context. Unlike SCCM, Intune doesn’t offer an option to start app installation in a 64-bit context with a simple checkbox.

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Horatiu Vladasel

October 18th, 2024 · 3min read

#INTUNE
Sign exe with code signing certificate
Sign exe with code signing certificate

How to Sign an EXE With a Code Signing Certificate

Signing an executable (EXE) file with a code signing certificate is essential for ensuring the authenticity and integrity of the software, especially in security-conscious environments.

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Alex Marin

October 10th, 2024 · 4min read

#DIGITAL-SIGNATURE #EXE
Apply hkcu registry key for all users
Apply hkcu registry key for all users

How to Apply Current User (HKCU) Registry Values for All Users During Installation

In an enterprise environment, applications are often deployed via configuration management tools like Intune, SCCM (MECM), or similar. These installations typically occur in the system context because end users lack administrative privileges. As a result, user-specific registry keys under the HKEY_CURRENT_USER (HKCU) hive are not applied during the installation process.

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Radu Popescu

October 10th, 2024 · 4min read

#CUSTOM-ACTION #POWERSHELL
Digitally sign powershell script
Digitally sign powershell script

How to Digitally Sign a PowerShell Script - A Step-by-Step Guide

PowerShell scripts are an effective tool for automating tasks, but with great power comes a need for security.

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Alex Marin

October 4th, 2024 · 3min read

#DIGITAL-SIGNATURE #POWERSHELL
Ai v22
Ai v22

Advanced Installer 22.1 Released

The latest version of Advanced Installer introduces a new predefined custom action that enables copying Current User registry values to all users during installation.

October 1st, 2024

Imagemagick msix built and signed with trusted signing
Imagemagick msix built and signed with trusted signing

ImageMagick MSIX is Now Built and Signed with Trusted Signing via Advanced Installer

The ImageMagick team has recently adopted Trusted Signing to enhance the security and reliability of its binaries and installers.

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Dirk Lemstra

September 26th, 2024 · 5min read

#DIGITAL-SIGNATURE
Code signing certificates types
Code signing certificates types

Code Signing Certificates Types: Standard vs. Extended Validation (EV)

In today's IT world, keeping software distribution secure and maintaining its integrity is crucial.

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Horatiu Vladasel

September 24th, 2024 · 3min read

#CODE-SIGNING #DIGITAL-SIGNATURE
Install net framework prerequisite with inno setup
Install net framework prerequisite with inno setup

How to install the .NET framework as a prerequisite using Inno Setup

Software applications often require certain components, like runtime environments, databases, or other software to run properly. It’s important to make sure the right versions of these components are installed before the main application runs.

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Renato Ivanescu

September 23rd, 2024 · 5min read

#APPLICATION-RESOURCES #TOOLS #TIPS
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