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= '''WPKG''' =
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'''WPKG''' is an automated software deployment, upgrade and removal program for Windows.
 
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WPKG is an automated software deployment, upgrade and removal program for Windows.
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It can be used to push/pull software packages, such as Service Packs, hotfixes, or program installations from a central server (for example, Samba or Active Directory) to a number of workstations.
 
It can be used to push/pull software packages, such as Service Packs, hotfixes, or program installations from a central server (for example, Samba or Active Directory) to a number of workstations.
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It can install MSI, InstallShield, PackagefortheWeb etc. packages, and all other packages using repackaging or some batch scripting.
 
It can install MSI, InstallShield, PackagefortheWeb etc. packages, and all other packages using repackaging or some batch scripting.
  
= WPKG overview =
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WPKG can add great value to your Samba or Active Directory setup, as it allows to perform software installation, updates, removal etc. on your workstations.
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It is also possible to execute custom scripts on your workstations, like synchronizing time, setting printers, changing permissions or adding registry entries (basically, some of the things you would do with Active Directory and Group Policy / GPO).
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This is a list that summarizes what WPKG can do for you:
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* deploy software in any format - MSI, EXE, etc.
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* deploy software to different groups of computers or single workstations
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* easily install, upgrade or remove software
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* a "pull" ''psexec'' equivalent
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* run custom scripts to set printers, synchronize time, manipulate permissions, add registry entries, change Windows settings etc.
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* management/administration of end-user workstations
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* WPKG works in a domain, in a workgroup, or even over internet or VPN (no domain controller needed)
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* WPKG works with Linux (Samba), Windows servers, or any other systems supporting Windows Network Neighbourhood
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* WPKG works with Windows 9x, Me*, 2000, XP Pro/Home and 2003 clients
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* extremely small footprint on the client
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* extremely small footprint on the server
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* keep inventory of software installed on your Windows workstations
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* intuitive [[Web_interface|web interface]]
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'''You are welcome to edit this WPKG Wiki.'''
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To add new pages, do the following:
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<td align="left" colspan="4" style="background: #858585; vertical-align: top; color: white;">&nbsp;'''Documentation'''</td>
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- Type your search phrase in the "search" box and press "Go".
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'''[[WPKG overview|Overview]]'''<br/>
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Introduction to WPKG features and key benefits.
  
- If there are any similar pages, you are welcome to correct them.
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'''[[Screenshots|Screenshots]]'''<br/>
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See for yourself how easy it is to deploy software with WPKG.
  
- If there are no similar pages, follow "create an article with this title" link to create a new article.
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'''[[Silent Installers|Silent installers]]'''<br/>
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A huge database of silent installers. You can use it even if you don't run WPKG yet!
  
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'''[[Documentation|Documentation, tips & troubleshooting]]'''<br/>
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Different documents that help with small and big issues. Start with the basic introduction to see how WPKG works, and dive into more technical articles.
  
'''[[Special:Allpages|Index of all pages in WPKG Wiki]]'''
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&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
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'''[[Testimonials|Testimonials]]'''<br/>
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Find out what our users have to say.<br/>
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Also, we would be glad to hear what you think about WPKG.
  
'''[[Special:Categories|List of all categories]]'''
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'''[[Support|Support]]'''<br/>
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If you want to follow discussions and share your opinion you can join the mailing lists.<br/>
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If you have issues to report, use our bug tracking system.<br/>
  
'''[[:Category: Silent Installers | Silent Installers]]'''
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<td align="left" colspan="4" style="background: #858585; vertical-align: top; color: white;">&nbsp;'''News &amp; downloads'''</td>
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For a quick help on using Wiki, visit [http://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Help:Contents Wikimedia help page].
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''08-Aug-2007''<br/>
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WPKG Client 1.0-rc1 has been released. [[News|More...]]
  
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* not all WPKG functions are available with Windows 9x and Me
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'''[[Download|Downloads]]'''<br/>
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Latest stable and testing releases. Sources, web interface and 3rd party downloads.
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Revision as of 15:25, 9 August 2007

WPKG is an automated software deployment, upgrade and removal program for Windows.

It can be used to push/pull software packages, such as Service Packs, hotfixes, or program installations from a central server (for example, Samba or Active Directory) to a number of workstations.

It can run as a service to install software in the background, without user interaction.

It can install MSI, InstallShield, PackagefortheWeb etc. packages, and all other packages using repackaging or some batch scripting.

 Documentation

Overview
Introduction to WPKG features and key benefits.

Screenshots
See for yourself how easy it is to deploy software with WPKG.

Silent installers
A huge database of silent installers. You can use it even if you don't run WPKG yet!

Documentation, tips & troubleshooting
Different documents that help with small and big issues. Start with the basic introduction to see how WPKG works, and dive into more technical articles.

    


Testimonials
Find out what our users have to say.
Also, we would be glad to hear what you think about WPKG.

Support
If you want to follow discussions and share your opinion you can join the mailing lists.
If you have issues to report, use our bug tracking system.

 News & downloads

08-Aug-2007
WPKG Client 1.0-rc1 has been released. More...


Downloads
Latest stable and testing releases. Sources, web interface and 3rd party downloads.