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Winzard-PIWInspired by the philosophy of WPI, Winzard-PIW is a modular post-install tool for Windows 10/11 designed to automate software deployment after a clean installation. The goal is not to replace WPI, but to explore a modern structured workflow adapted to current Windows environments ConceptPIW focuses on: Local (offline) execution Modular catalogue-based configuration Clear separation between configuration and deployment Transparent script-driven behavior No installer redistribution. No hidden background activity. All actions are user-triggered and executed locally. ArchitectureThe project is divided into two components: PIW-BuilderGenerates structured JSON catalogues Handles silent switch detection (local analysis inspired by USSF logic, with optional metadata fallback when available) Prepares reproducible configuration profiles PIW-DeployInstalls EXE / MSI applications Deploys portable applications Executes based on selected JSON profiles This separation keeps the architecture clean and easier to maintain. Current StatusVersion: v1.5.1 Alpha Recent improvements: Complete Builder / Deploy separation Improved silent detection pipeline Removal of legacy wrappers Cleaned folder structure Fully English interface A local stress test (29 applications) was completed successfully, validating the full workflow from detection to deployment. Development LogThis topic will also serve as a development log for future updates. Upcoming areas of exploration include: Optional .reg support (user-controlled execution) Installation priority management Refinement of catalogue and profile handling Long-term, a lightweight GUI layer may be developed (likely in Pascal/Delphi), acting above the existing .bat, .ps1 and .json structure without replacing the script-based core. The main objective remains architectural clarity, modularity and user control. DownloadLatest Alpha available on SourceForge: https://sourceforge.net/projects/postinstallwizzard-piw/ Feedback from WPI users is welcome.

Thanks NIM, I really appreciate the welcome 🙂

Changes in version 6.6 (2026-03-01):Member Tags in groups. Disable Sharing in Private Chats. Timestamps for Polls. Log In With Telegram. Time and Date Formatting.

Yes, to me it's OK.

Welcome, nice avatar

Hi mooms, Thank you for the warm welcome, I really appreciate it. Before posting anything in the WPI section, I wanted to ask for your approval. I’ve been working on a small modular post-install project inspired by WPI, adapted for modern Windows 10/11 workflows. My intention is not to replace WPI or promote aggressively, but simply to share it respectfully and possibly maintain a small development log for members who might be interested in a modern approach. For reference, the project is currently hosted on SourceForge: https://sourceforge.net/projects/postinstallwizzard-piw/ Would it be acceptable to create a topic in the WPI section for that purpose? If not, I completely understand and will follow the forum guidelines. Thanks again for the welcome.

Hi lokiju, welcome here 🙂

Hello everyone, I just joined the forum and wanted to introduce myself. I’m from Canada and I’ve been experimenting with Windows customization and post-install automation for a while now. I’ve always been interested in tools like WPI and the whole workflow around building and deploying customized Windows systems. I’m not a professional developer, just someone who enjoys learning and building small tools to improve my own workflow. I’m currently exploring modular post-install approaches for Windows 10 and 11, and I’m here mainly to learn from more experienced members and understand best practices. Looking forward to reading and contributing when I can. Thanks for having me.

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Hey man! Glad to see you back! It's been really a long time :) Hope that you're doing well!

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127.0.5778.76 – 2026-02-18 blog postDNA-124374 Crash at syncer::SyncUserSettingsImpl::SetSelectedTypes DNA-124472 Improve logging when autoupdater cannot determine download directory RNA-2214 Crash when creating split screen via drag&drop while a Google Meet call is active

version 19.5.1 ~ 27.8 MB ~ February 17th 2026Update for: K-Lite Codec Pack 19.4.0 and newer (Basic/Standard/Full/Mega) Changelog: Updated MPC-HC to version 2.6.2.1 Updated LAV Filters to version 0.81-5-g5aa4b Updated MediaInfo Lite to version 26.01

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Version 19.5.0 February 16th 2026Changelog: Updated MPC-HC to version 2.6.2.0 Updated LAV Filters to version 0.81-5-g5aa4b Updated MediaInfo Lite to version 26.01

2026-02-16 “the XML returned by the update server is now signed (XMLDSig), and the certificate & signature verification will be enforced starting with upcoming v8.9.2, expected in about one month.“ As promised in the announcement Notepad++ Hijacked by State-Sponsored Hackers, this release strengthens the weakest links in Notepad++ update process. Below is an illustration of how the Notepad++ update mechanism was previously hijacked: With security enhancements introduced in v8.8.9 & v8.9.2 (this version), this vulnerability is now fully addressed: As shown in the diagram above, 2 independent signature & certificate vérifications are now performed: Verification of the signed XML returned by notepad-plus-plus.org - implemented in this release (v8.9.2). Verification of the signed installer downloaded from github.com already implemented in v8.8.9. This “double lock” design makes the Notepad++ update process robust and effectively unexploitable. In addition to this major hardening, WinGUp (the auto-updater) has been also reinforced: Removed the libcurl.dll dependency to eliminate DLL side-loading risk. Removed 2 unsecured cURL SSL options: CURLSSLOPT_ALLOW_BEAST & CURLSSLOPT_NO_REVOKE. Restricted plugin management execution to program signed with the same certificate as WinGUp (i.e. only signed Notepad++). Of course, it’s always possible to exclude the auto-updater during the UI installation, or to deploy the MSI package using the following command: msiexec /i npp.8.9.2.Installer.x64.msi NOUPDATER=1

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Changes in Brave 1.87.188 (Chromium 145.0.7632.76):Fixed custom homepage address being displayed incorrectly in certain cases. Fixed New Tab Page (NTP) and Rewards panel appearing blank in certain locales due to translation strings being incorrectly interpreted. Upgraded Chromium to 145.0.7632.76. (Changelog for 145.0.7632.76)

version 19.4.9 ~ 27.8 MB ~ February 14th 2026Update for: K-Lite Codec Pack 19.4.0 and newer (Basic/Standard/Full/Mega) Changelog: Updated MPC-HC to version 2.6.1.19 Updated LAV Filters to version 0.81-5-g5aa4b Updated MediaInfo Lite to version 26.01

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