What is msix?

MSIX is a packaging format introduced by Microsoft as a successor to the traditional Windows Installer (MSI) format. It is designed to provide a more reliable and efficient way to package and deploy Windows applications.

Some key features of MSIX include:

  1. Improved reliability: MSIX packages are isolated from the operating system and other applications, ensuring that a misbehaving application does not impact system stability.

  2. Efficient updates: MSIX supports delta updates, which means that only the changes between different versions of an application need to be downloaded and installed, reducing network bandwidth and improving update efficiency.

  3. Security: MSIX packages are signed with a digital certificate, ensuring that they have not been tampered with and giving users greater confidence in the authenticity of the application.

  4. Activation: MSIX applications are activated on-demand and run in a container-like environment, which helps improve performance and reduce resource usage.

  5. Support for modern technologies: MSIX supports modern deployment technologies such as containerization, which makes it easier for developers to adopt new development practices and tools.

Overall, MSIX offers a more modern and reliable alternative to traditional deployment methods, making it an attractive option for developers looking to package and deploy their Windows applications.