Update Agent Updated

Insider Software has released a new version of their software update application, Update Agent. Update Agent allows users to automatically know when updated versions of all installed applications are available. The new version adds Aladdinis Stuffit technology to increase the speed of downloads and transfers. According to Insider Software:

Insider Software today announced Insider UpdateAgent 8.1, which integrates the Aladdin StuffIt version 5 engine, making the five-mouse-rated Macintosh software update service download files 20% faster. The new version also sports improved status messages, making its operation clearer for users. The new version of UpdateAgent is free for registered users. New users can try the service by running a demo version that tells them exactly what they need to bring their Macintosh systems up-to-date.

Update Agent is available for US$40.95. You can find more information at the Insider Software web site.