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eWEEK Labs Walk-Through: SCCM 2007 Beta 2

eWEEK Labs Walk-Through: SCCM 2007 Beta 2
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eWEEK Labs Walk-Through: SCCM 2007 Beta 2

eWEEK Labs Walk-Through: SCCM 2007 Beta 2

The task sequence feature exemplifies both new automation technology and the increased use of wizards in SCCM 2007. Task sequences make it possible to deploy Vista while also configuring network connections and transferring user state to significantly inc


eWEEK Labs Walk-Through: SCCM 2007 Beta 2 – Client Agents

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Client agents can be configured to collect and send information on a schedule. The software inventory agent also can enable software distribution to a client system.


eWEEK Labs Walk-Through: SCCM 2007 Beta 2 – Discovery Methods

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Discovery methods, such as using Active Directory Users and Computers, provide the basis for building collections of systems that can then receive advertisements from SCCM 2007 for tasks such as OS deployment.


eWEEK Labs Walk-Through: SCCM 2007 Beta 2 – Desired Configuration

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Traditional system management tasks meet new functionality, including Desired Configuration Management, in SCCM 2007. Desired configuration will likely play a big role in the ongoing use of SCCM 2007 long after initial OS and application deployment tasks


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