Easy Update
What is Easy Update? | Benefits | Options | Technical
Are there alternatives to using Easy Update? Yes, but why would you want to? Check out the less desirable options available below:
| Distribution Method | Issues |
| CD/DVD |
- Costly (disc production, postage, etc.) - Slow (time to stamp discs and mail) - Installation not guaranteed (lost in mail, sits on a desk) |
| Web Site |
- Costly bandwidth (hosting plans are limiting) - Slow (notify customers) - Installation not guaranteed (customers may never update) |
| Write your own |
- Costly investment (it is expensive to create this plumbing) - Not your core business (spend time on your product) - May annoy customers (timing of update, popups, etc.) |
| None |
- Customers not up-to-date (opposite of the benefits) |
