Jar Ajar is a tool that helps in extracting zip files by using JAR-based technology. It is a self-extracting program that can simplify the process of decompressing files.
Jar Ajar has been designed specifically for software deployment of Java-based applications. By leveraging the Java environment already available on the user's platform, it is highly lightweight and offers a consistent look and feel.
Packaging is a crucial feature of Jar Ajar, and it offers various features that help you deploy your files efficiently. Some of these features include welcome messaging that supports HTML and CSS-compliant text, an option to add customized logos and licenses, and the ability to zip files into a self-extracting .jar file. Instructions are built right into the sidebar for quick and easy access.
Self-Extraction is another fantastic feature of Jar Ajar that allows you to install your package on any computer that supports Java. The installation process is highly streamlined and involves a series of steps such as greeting users with your welcome message, obtaining the necessary license acceptance, browsing for installation location, installing the files, with feedback on which files have been installed. Finally, it wraps up by reminding users where the files have been installed and providing an option to open a readme and launch your program.
The latest version of Jar Ajar comes with additional features that enable it to serve as a program launcher besides being a self-extracting and installing Java programs. The new goal is to have a single downloadable file that serves as an installer, launcher, and program shortcut. After downloading a single file packaged by Jar Ajar, users can double-click the file to install and launch the program. Whenever they need to launch the program in the future, all they need to do is double-click the file again, as it automatically determines where the program was installed and launches it again, no matter where the original file has been moved.
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