Periodic dynamic updating of content and metadata on a client

Periodic updating of content and metadata on a client computer is enabled through the transmission of a patch, rather than redeployment of the entire content and metadata. The patch contains difference information detailing the differences between the client's version of the content and metadata and a current version. The content and metadata are updated consistent with the patch. Any associated information with the content and metadata, such as a full text index or a data store, will then also be updated or recreated. Because the patch is smaller than information needed to redeploy the content, metadata, and associated information, it can be sent with greater frequency and security. Additionally, because the patch is based on the client's version of the content and metadata and a current version, where a number of current versions exist (e.g. for localization) the correct patch may be sent out without requiring the transmission of extraneous content or metadata.