Installation FAQs

What is the Java Runtime Environment and why do I need it?

The Java Runtime Environment (in short JRE) is the platform that enables Advanced Web Ranking to run on almost any platform that exists today. You can thus use Advanced Web Ranking on the operating system that you enjoy most.

Advanced Web Ranking requires the JRE version 1.5 . If you have a previous version, please download the latest version for your operating system:

http://www.apple.com/java/ (for Mac OS X).

http://java.sun.com/javase/downloads/ (for Windows and Linux).

Do I still need to install the JRE if I download the Windows version that comes bundled with it?

No. The "Windows (bundled with JRE)" distribution comes bundled with the Java Runtime Environment so you don't need to download and install JRE separately. However, if you wish to run other Java enabled applications, you may need to download it.

How do I install Advanced Web Ranking on Mac OS X

Please follow the steps below to install AWR on Mac OS X:

1. Open the awr.dmg file that you downloaded by double clicking on it. This will open a new window that contains the actual installation package.
2. To install Advanced Web Ranking on your computer, double click on the Advanced Web Ranking icon to start the installation process.
3. The installation package contains two features: the client and the server. To install both the client and the server, you need to make sure both "Advanced Web Ranking" and "Advanced Web Ranking Server" options are enabled.

How do I upgrade Advanced Web Ranking on MAC OS X?

Please follow the steps below to upgrade AWR to a new version on Mac OS X:

1. Open the awr.dmg file that you downloaded by double clicking on it. This will open a new window that contains the actual installation package.
2. To upgrade Advanced Web Ranking on your computer, double click on the Advanced Web Ranking icon to start the installation process.
3. The installation package contains two features: the client and the server. To upgrade both the client and the server, you need to make sure both "Advanced Web Ranking" and "Advanced Web Ranking Server" options are enabled.

Will I loose any of my data (keywords, ranking history, etc.) when upgrading to a new version?

No. The data folder is kept in a different location (in the Documents folder) therefore the application will retain your current license and data gathered so far.