This Windows 2000 Magazine discusses the capability. InstallShield for Windows Installer is the most comprehensive setup-authoring solution designed to support the Microsoft Windows Installer service. Using the Windows Installer service is a requirement for the Windows 2000 logo. Rate It Software Deployment with Windows 2000 IntelliMirror and SMS - Microsoft Online Seminar covering the new Software Installation features in Windows 2000.
Software management involves three phases.
In Phase I we prepare software packages. We either obtain native installer packages or use scripting methods. In Phase II we distribute these script files and the source files to software distribution points. Finally, in Phase III we target client computers. Rate It Software Installation and Maintenance - Microsoft white paper describing the new Software Installation and Maintenance features in Windows 2000.