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Users searching for a solution to create native MSIX packages and build clean installs
About InstallShield
Create native MSIX packages, build clean installs, and build installations in the cloud with InstallShield from Revenera. Consistent and reliable installs. Every time. With InstallShield, you’ll adapt to industry changes quickly, get to market faster and deliver an engaging customer experience. Revenera InstallShield (formerly Flexera InstallShield) is the fastest easiest way to build Windows installers and MSIX packages and create installations directly within Microsoft Visual Studio. Configure install conditions to specifically target Windows 11 and Windows Server 2022. Install files to native ARM locations on Windows 10 running on ARM machines. Easily move your build infrastructure to the cloud by connecting to Revenera’s Cloud License Server. Build one-click installers that are more modern than ever and refreshingly simple. Configure pre-requisites to install third-party packages from Microsoft’s Windows Package Manager.
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Revenera
Founded: 1987
United States
www.revenera.com/install/products/installshield
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