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InstallShield vs Squirrel.Windows

A side-by-side look at InstallShield and Squirrel.Windows. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

InstallShield

InstallShield

Development

InstallShield is a software tool used to create installers or setup packages for distributing software to end users. It simplifies the complex process of making installers for Windows and other platforms.

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Squirrel.Windows

Squirrel.Windows

Development

Squirrel.Windows is an open-source installation and update framework for Windows desktop apps, allowing developers to publish their apps with auto updates out of the box. It integrates seamlessly with GitHub and Azure DevOps for continuous deployment.

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