Method and System for Distributing Software Components

摘要

The present invention is directed to a method and system for distributing software components. In accordance with a particular embodiment of the present invention, a distribution hierarchy is established. The distribution hierarchy includes nodes associated with software components. A distribution path in the distribution hierarchy may be determined. The distribution path includes one or more of the nodes that are associated with a particular software application. One or more of software components may be distributed in accordance with the determined distribution path.