Pckgr's Premium Private Repository
Application repository hosted by Pckgr
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Application repository hosted by Pckgr
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Private Hosted Applications is an advanced feature available for customers on the Business plan or higher-tier custom device plans. This feature allows Pckgr to host and deploy a wide range of third-party applications via its private repository, providing a premium alternative to the standard Winget-based deployments.
Pckgr-Hosted Installers: Pckgr securely hosts and manages installers for third-party applications directly on its infrastructure, offering a stable and reliable solution for deployments.
No External Dependencies: Unlike Winget, which relies on external repositories and vendor URLs, Private Hosted Applications store the actual installer files on Pckgr’s secure infrastructure, minimizing the risk of failures due to external changes.
Optimized for Intune: These applications are packaged as Win32 applications and deployed directly to Microsoft Intune, fully supporting Microsoft Delivery Optimization for faster and more efficient content delivery.
Diverse Application Library: Pckgr’s private repository hosts a growing library of third-party applications, catering to a wide range of deployment needs, from widely-used business tools to niche software.
Private Repository: Pckgr packages and hosts a variety of third-party applications, ensuring they are available for deployment at any time. Whether it’s a commonly-used tool or a more specialized application, Pckgr handles the hosting, packaging, and management.
Intune Integration: These applications are seamlessly integrated into your Microsoft Intune environment, providing the same deployment experience as any other Win32 application. However, with Private Hosted Applications, you avoid potential issues associated with public repositories.
Premium Reliability: Since Pckgr hosts these packages directly, the deployment process is more reliable, avoiding problems like broken vendor URLs or unannounced updates that can sometimes occur in public repositories.
Winget-based deployments are a core part of Pckgr’s offering, providing access to a wide range of applications quickly and securely. Winget’s integration with Pckgr ensures fast deployments for thousands of applications, with robust security features like automatic updates and verification.
Private Hosted Applications, however, offer a more premium option for users who need additional stability and control over their deployments. This feature complements the flexibility of Winget by hosting packages in a controlled environment, free from potential external disruptions.
Greater Stability: Private Hosted Applications are hosted entirely within Pckgr’s infrastructure, removing external dependencies that can cause deployment failures, such as broken vendor URLs or delayed updates.
Version Control: Pckgr ensures that the exact version of an application you need is deployed. These versions are tested and validated, giving you peace of mind that you’re deploying the right software without unexpected changes.
No Vanity URL Risks: Vanity URLs, common in some Winget packages, can change unexpectedly and lead to deployment failures. With Private Hosted Applications, these risks are eliminated as Pckgr maintains control over the hosting environment.
Pckgr’s private repository is continually expanding to include a diverse range of third-party applications. This library includes not only widely-used business tools but also more specialized or niche applications that may not be as readily available through public repositories.
The repository is designed to grow with customer needs. Whether your organization requires commonly-used software or more unique, specialized applications, Pckgr’s private hosting ensures they are always available for deployment.
Private Hosted Applications fully support Microsoft Delivery Optimization, allowing for faster, more efficient deployments through peer-to-peer content sharing. This feature is particularly beneficial for large environments or remote locations where bandwidth efficiency is crucial.
Private Hosted Applications are available to customers on the Business plan and higher-tier custom device plans. These plans include access to Pckgr’s secure repository of hosted applications, with regular updates and maintenance handled entirely by Pckgr.
Guaranteed Reliability: Applications are hosted directly on Pckgr’s secure infrastructure, ensuring they are always available and free from disruptions caused by third-party vendors or external hosting issues.
Increased Stability: By removing dependencies on external repositories, Private Hosted Applications offer a more predictable and reliable deployment experience.
Fully Managed: Pckgr continuously manages and updates the hosted applications, ensuring that you always deploy secure, tested versions without the need for manual intervention.
Premium Alternative to Winget: For scenarios where more stability or specific version control is required, Private Hosted Applications offer a premium alternative to Winget while still allowing you to benefit from Winget’s extensive application library when needed.