Wise Solutions Delivers Support for Microsoft's .NET Framework; Wise Solutions Works with Microsoft to Deliver .NET Installation Tools

Business Wire, Nov 28, 2000

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CANTON, Mich.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 28, 2000

Wise Solutions today announced support for Microsoft's(R) .NET framework with its Wise for Windows Installer product line. The current release of Wise for Windows Installer, version 3, includes a template that allows developers to create installations for .NET applications. As Microsoft's .NET strategy continues to evolve, Wise Solutions is committed to remain on the cutting edge of this group of technologies.

"With new applications developed under the .NET Framework relying on Windows Installer technology for deployment, we are pleased to be working with recognized industry leaders such as Wise Solutions to deliver the tools necessary to create these installations," stated Dave Mendlen, Lead Product Manager for Microsoft Visual Studio.NET. "We feel Wise's long-term commitment to the Windows Installer community and their knowledge in the installation market will assist developers in making an easy transition towards creating installations to deploy .NET applications."

By defining an open standard for software installations, Windows Installer has revolutionized how software products are installed. The .NET Framework will continue to improve the consistency and accuracy of software installations.

"By providing innovative, easy-to-use products that fully support the standards defined by Windows Installer," observed Steven Roth, Vice President of Product Development, "Wise Solutions has helped software developers use this technology to benefit both their organization and their customers. This tradition will continue with our support for the .NET Framework."

Wise Solutions, the expert in Windows Installer technology, has produced a free resource kit for those interested in this topic. The resource kit, found at http://www.wisesolutions.com/wikit15.htm, includes links to information about the .NET framework and how it affects software installations.

About Wise Solutions

Since 1992, Wise Solutions has offered developers and systems administrators advanced installation products with a full range of capabilities and features. Whether developers need a simple setup or a complex, fully customized installation, Wise Solutions provides the perfect combination of power, ease of use, and versatility. Visit Wise Solutions on the web at http://www.wisesolutions.com.

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