Anyone who needs to create compact and secure software patches quickly and easily needs Visual Patch Express. This includes software developers, network administrators and IT managers, among others. Regardless of the type of data being distributed - executables, documents, databases, videos, etc. - Visual Patch Express can figure out what files have changed, the exact changes within each file and how to update an older file to the current version, with the least amount of data possible.
The point-and-click design of Visual Patch Express takes the difficulty out of building patches for even the most complex software distributions. With the same ease of use that has made Setup Factory famous, Visual Patch makes it easier to get from "no patch" to "patch" than ever before. Check out our product tour video for an in-depth look at the patch creation process.
Yes. Visual Patch Express features state-of-the-art binary differencing and compression algorithms, allowing for the creation of extremely small patch files. This feature alone makes Visual Patch Express an excellent addition to the toolbox of any software developer or IT manager.
No. Visual Patch Express was designed to update single versions only. If you need a full-history patching solution which also makes use of binary differencing and compression, consider Visual Patch 2.0.
No. Visual Patch Express does not support patch password protection. If you require additional security features for your patches that Visual Patch Express cannot provide, consider Visual Patch 2.0. Visual Patch 2.0 includes a number of features designed to help you manage access to your software.
Visual Patch Express builds patches with 100% support for all 32-bit Windows platforms. This includes Windows 95, 98, ME, NT4, 2000, XP, Server 2003 and Vista.
When preparing a new release, you will certainly want to use Setup Factory to build an installer for new customers; however, you can save money and ensure the security of your updates by using patch files. Patch files are smaller as they only distribute the files that have changed and - more importantly - they are absolutely useless to anyone who doesn't already have a valid version of your software installed.
Installer builders (such as Indigo Rose's Setup Factory) have a different purpose than patch builders (like Visual Patch Express). A software installer is used to setup and configure a full software application on a computer system. Once it's installed and working, the installation program's job is done. In a perfect and unchanging world, that would be the end of the story. However, we all know that change is a constant. Software and data need to be updated periodically (bug fixes, features etc), but such changes seldom require the complete overhaul of a program. You need a method that synchronizes the data "in-the-field" with your current release.
Visual Patch Express greatly simplifies product maintenance by taking care of this for you. Whenever you have a new version ready, Visual Patch Express figures out what files need to be added, changed or replaced to bring an older version of your software up to date. Visual Patch Express saves you time by making the design process as easy as possible. Visual Patch Express is also incredibly accurate; by automating much of the decision process, it eliminates opportunities for human error compared to developing patches "by hand" with other methods. Additionally, with the addition of binary differencing, Visual Patch Express can determine the areas of difference within a file and only distribute those particular changes - something that is impossible to do without sophisticated algorithms.
Yes. Visual Patch Express generates a compact, single-file, self-executing patch that is easy to distribute, and easy for your users to use. It's perfect for distribution using web, email, LAN, TrueUpdate, CD-ROM or DVD-ROM. It's also Authenticode-ready, so you can digitally sign your patches.
Visual Patch Express will work with any kind of files. You could even use it to update a few slides in a presentation, or individual files in a library of help documents used by your sales team. With a flexible tool like Visual Patch Express, the possibilities are endless.
Yes. Visual Patch Express creates standalone, single-file executable patches that you can distribute using virtually any type of media you like.
That depends on what those needs are. Visual Patch Express was designed to be extremely easy to use, regardless of your experience level. If there's something that you'd like to do with your patch, but Visual Patch Express does not fit the bill, consider Visual Patch 2.0. For a feature comparision, please click here.
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