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WAPT: Windows Application Deployment

Detailed tutorial to install and configure WAPT, an open-source application deployment and management solution for Windows environments.

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What is WAPT?
WAPT is a fleet management and software deployment solution for Windows operating systems. Inspired by Debian's apt package manager, WAPT lets you create, deploy, update and remove software across a fleet of computers in a centralized and automated way. It is a powerful open-source alternative to solutions like Microsoft SCCM.

Why use WAPT?

  • Centralized management: A single console to see the state of your fleet, the installed software, and the updates that are needed.
  • Automation: Deploy a piece of software to 500 machines in a few clicks. Updates are handled the same way.
  • Simple package creation: WAPT provides tools to easily build software packages (.wapt) from existing installers (.msi, .exe).
  • Dynamic inventory: Get a complete and up-to-date hardware and software inventory of your fleet.
  • Security: Packages are digitally signed, ensuring that only approved packages can be installed.

Prerequisites

  • WAPT server: A Windows or Linux server. For this guide, we assume a server running Debian/Ubuntu.
  • Client machines: Windows machines to manage.
  • Network: Clients must be able to communicate with the server over the HTTP/HTTPS ports.

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