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Description
EtherApps Forge effectively captures Windows applications directly from the systems where they are operational, even in scenarios where installer media is not accessible, and then packages these applications into signed outputs such as MSIX, MSI, Intune Win32, and MSIX App Attach formats. This tool is particularly designed to facilitate the modernization of Windows applications for deployments in Intune, Windows 365, and Azure Virtual Desktop environments. Its portable capture utility is compatible with a wide range of Windows versions, spanning from Windows XP SP3 all the way to Windows 11, as well as Windows Server 2008 R2 through 2025. Additionally, Forge offers the capability to convert App-V 5 packages into either MSIX or MSI formats without the need for resequencing, while incorporating workflows for signing, validation, and smoke testing. Automation features are robust, including command-line tools, a PowerShell module, and an MCP server that supports pipelines along with AI clients like GitHub Copilot. Operating on customer-managed Windows machines ensures that all packaging tasks and signing keys remain securely within the customer's environment. This solution is tailored for application packagers, endpoint management teams, and managed service providers, making it an essential tool in their toolkit. As a result, EtherApps Forge not only streamlines the application packaging process but also enhances the security and control over deployment workflows.
Description
PowerShell serves as a versatile task automation and configuration management framework that operates across various platforms and is comprised of both a command-line shell and a scripting language. Distinct from typical shells that primarily handle text, PowerShell is founded on the .NET Common Language Runtime (CLR), allowing it to work with .NET objects instead. This core distinction introduces a range of innovative tools and techniques for automating tasks. Unlike conventional command-line interfaces, PowerShell cmdlets are specifically crafted to manipulate objects rather than mere text. An object represents organized information that transcends the simple string of characters displayed on your screen. The output generated by commands always includes additional metadata that can be leveraged when necessary. If you've utilized text-processing tools previously, you'll notice that their functionality differs when employed within PowerShell. Generally, there is no need for separate text-processing utilities to obtain specific information, as you can directly interact with segments of the data using the standard PowerShell object syntax. This capability enhances the user experience by allowing for more intuitive and powerful data manipulation.
API Access
Has API
Yes
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
Amp
No
Azure Resource Graph
No
Claude Opus 5
No
CodePal
No
Codex CLI
No
CommandGit
No
GPT-5 mini
No
GPT-5.5
No
GPT-5.5 Pro
No
GPT-6 Astra
No
Integrations
Amp
Yes
Azure Resource Graph
Yes
Claude Opus 5
Yes
CodePal
Yes
Codex CLI
Yes
CommandGit
Yes
GPT-5 mini
Yes
GPT-5.5
Yes
GPT-5.5 Pro
Yes
GPT-6 Astra
Yes
Pricing Details
£895/packaging admin/year
£895 per named packaging administrator per year, plus VAT. The licence includes unlimited captures. A 7-day free trial offers 25 captures and requires no payment card.
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
Yes
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
EfficientEther
Founded
2023
Country
United Kingdom
Website
etherapps.ai
Vendor Details
Company Name
Microsoft
Founded
1975
Country
United States
Website
apps.microsoft.com/store/detail/powershell/9MZ1SNWT0N5D
Product Features
Product Features
Configuration Management
Access Control / Permissions
No
Application Deployment
No
Automated Provisioning
No
Infrastructure Automation
No
Node Management
No
Orchestration
No
Reporting Analytics / Visualization
No
Task Management
No
Alternatives
No Alternatives