What is the difference between ActivePatch and an installation toolkit?
ActivePatch is not a general purpose installation toolkit. However, it can be used in conjunction with software such as InstallShield. ActivePatch is designed specifically for updating previous file versions to their current version. ActivePatch does share some similar functionality with general purpose installation software such as the ability to create new files, manage shared files, and register ActiveX components. Application developers who wish to use ActivePatch to update their software should use a general purpose toolkit to initially install the product on the user’s system. From that point on, ActivePatch can be used to apply any subsequent updates to the software without requiring the developer to create a new installation package for each update.
