FLEXnet InstallShield, the industry-standard installation tool, combines power and flexibility with ease-of-use. First-time developers find it easy to create installations, while power users find its depth and flexibility perfect for developing complex software installations.

* Nearly 20 years of proven experience and countless industry awards
* Installation technology used on more than 500 million PCs globally
* Microsoft Partner:
* - Gold Certified Partner
* - Visual Studio Integration Partner
* - Windows Embedded Partner
* Supports the latest technologies — including Microsoft's Visual Studio® 2005, Windows Installer (MSI), Internet Information Services (IIS 6.0), SQL Server 2005, and much more
* Available in THREE EDITIONS — Premier, Professional and Express.

Key Benefits

* Stay current—Version 12 supports the latest Microsoft technologies, including SQL Server 2005, Windows Mobile 5.0, and DIFx 2.01
* "Get Ready for Vista" with support for the latest beta of Microsoft Windows Vista—including Internet Explorer 7, Windows Installer 4, and other exciting new technologies

Top NEW Features

* Major InstallScript and InstallScript MSI Engine Overhaul
* Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Express Edition Support
* .NET 2.0 Compact Framework Support (MSI)
* DIFx 2.01 Support
* FLEXnet InstallShield Collaboration Included
* FLEXnet InstallShield Repackager Included
* Expanded Digital Signing for Mobile Devices
* Setup Prerequisite Enhancements
* Multilingual User Interface (MUI) Support
* "Get Ready for Vista":
* - Ability to Target Windows Vista Systems
* - Internet Explorer 7.0 Compatibility
* - Support for Minimizing Reboots Through the Restart
Manager Infrastructure
* - User Access Control Support
* - Digital Signature Enhancements
* - Validation for the Windows Vista Quality Program