OS X software packaging?
I am going to be deploying a bunch of OS X machines. Some groups get some software and other another kind. Is there anything for Mac like in windows for wise pakage? Or is there such a thing in mac land? I have been tasked the mac guy and i have only been windows that maybe why i sound so clueless. Any help or ideas on the best way to deploy software bundels and what not would be great.
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See if this helps: http://www.bombich.com/mactips/index.html
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I checked that site out. Its been very usefull. I cant seem to find anything about software packaging. I dont know if this is a issue with macs. I guess i am going to find out. I would like to be able to have a image base line. Then have 2 software packages i can deploy depending on the user.
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DrNikon224 is right .. . Iceberg is great for creating PKG installers with a number of applications.
Whereas Net Restore is great for creating a full disk image which you can then roll-out to format multiple macs. YOu can even boot across an OSX network from NetRestore images.
Apple Remote Desktop is a combination of a remote access tool and package installer .. but it costs a few $$$.. It is worthwhile for network admins in offices/colleges managing multiple macs with similar HW & SW.
Whereas Net Restore is great for creating a full disk image which you can then roll-out to format multiple macs. YOu can even boot across an OSX network from NetRestore images.
Apple Remote Desktop is a combination of a remote access tool and package installer .. but it costs a few $$$.. It is worthwhile for network admins in offices/colleges managing multiple macs with similar HW & SW.
The best format is .pkg, as it can be installed via ARD or even via the command-line/shell when desired.
Apple provides all you need with the Developer Tools (available as a free download from developer.apple.com ), but something like Iceburg makes it a little easier.
Their site isn't responding right at this moment (10/12/07, 1:20 PM), but you should find some more info about using Apple's package installer tools at http://www.macenterprise.org
Apple provides all you need with the Developer Tools (available as a free download from developer.apple.com ), but something like Iceburg makes it a little easier.
Their site isn't responding right at this moment (10/12/07, 1:20 PM), but you should find some more info about using Apple's package installer tools at http://www.macenterprise.org
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Thanks for all the help