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InstallShield AdminStudio 2.0

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Overview: InstallShield AdminStudio 2.0 is an integrated set of tools for the creation, customization and conflict resolution of application deployment packages.
Cost: $2,899 (Upgrade From InstallShield Tuner or InstallShield Professional: $1,799)
Operating System: Windows NT4 SP3, Windows 2000/ME/98/95. IE 4.01SP2 or higher is required on NT/98/95 systems.
System Requirements: Pentium-class PC (300mhz or better recommended), 64mb RAM (128 recommended), SVGA display set to at least 800x600 with "small fonts" selected. For CD Installation 400mb is required before installation, 200mb after installation is complete. For Web download, 600mb is required before installation and 400mb after. If InstallShield Professional- Windows Installer Edition is installed, it must be removed prior to the installation of AdminStudio.

A Tool For Administrators

It is great to see tools like AdminStudio finally hitting the streets. In order for administrators to really work with the Windows Installer (customizing and configuring) they often are forced to work with tools designed for use by developers. AdminStudio is an excellent example of a solution geared toward providing administrators just what they need, with the option dig as deep as possible if the need should arise.


Main AdminStudio Screen

The tools that make up AdminStudio 2.0 are integrated in that they work well together and can share data between one another, but AdminStudio is essentially a suite of four stand-alone tools: Repackager, Author, ConflictSolver and Tuner
 

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