Software for Implement AutoUpdate

[Richard Cue]

I am interested in implementing an software AutoUpdate mechanism much like that implemented in Windows or in programs such as Norton AntiVirus. What I am looking for is either a product to buy or some simple classes which will go to a web site, download the required components etc. Can anyone suggest any products or links to sample code. This problem must have been solved several times before and I want to avoid reinventing the wheel. Thanks

[Lost User]

Wise Installer has this as a "addon" to your program (basically, a pre-crafted tiny install that downloads a file), and I'm pretty sure Install Shield has it too. You can do this yourself - it's not that hard, really. Conceptionally, you ftp a static file name at a static location (or http it down, your choice) and check the values in it, and perhaps have a reference to where the update is at. You can do this usin the wininet functions. or CHttpConnection/CFtpConnection in MFC.