Software Packaging

Software Packaging OverviewSoftware Packaging Overview

Application software is delivered in units called software packages. A software package is a collection of files and directories required to install a software product. Generally, a software package is designed and built by the application developer after completing the development of the application code. Building a software product into one or more software packages gives you the ability to do the following:

•Transfer the software product to a distribution media

•Produce the software product in mass quantities

•Install the software product on numerous systems

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