Features | Benefits |
Vista Ready | Centrally manage and support all Windows desktops seamlessly, regardless of version. |
Virtual Desktop Management | Enhancements in Validation Logic give you single-point customization and security for both virtual and physical Windows desktops. |
Software Deployment | Centrally deploy MSI-based applications via a distributed MSI repository utilizing Validation Logic to establish target granularity. Edit MSIs directly from within the repository with Desktop Authority MSI Studio. |
USB and Port Security Option | Protect against data theft and the introduction of malicious software by implementing granular policy-based lockdown of removable storage and communication devices. |
Configuration Refresh | Configure clients throughout the workday automatically. This allows mid-day configuration updates, configuration of mobile workers using cached credentials, and continual security policy enforcement. |
Explorer-Style Graphical Interface | Familiar navigation environment makes configuring client settings a simple task |
Comprehensive Management | Configure every aspect of the user's desktop including printers, shortcuts, registry settings, Windows Firewall, folder redirections and mail profiles, as well as IE and MS Office settings. |
Patented Validation Logic | Define which clients receive a configuration to a detailed level of granularity covering OS, machine class, connection type, OUs, Group memberships, and over 20 other criteria. |
Hardware / Software Inventory | Manage each clients hardware and software by reporting against information stored centrally in an SQL database. |
Built-In Reporting | Generate both pre-defined and custom reports on inventory. The new custom report wizard requires no SQL knowledge. |
Group Policy Template Import | Use Group Policy Administrative Templates and granularly apply the settings using Desktop Authority's patented Validation Logic. |
Role-Based Administration | Restrict admins to only access the configuration elements and profiles they need. |
Power Management | Save energy costs by establishing power settings and by shutting down inactive machines. |
Spyware Detection and Removal Option | Implement unparalleled protection against known spyware threats. Now includes full reporting and real-time scanning. |
Patch Distribution and Deployment Option | Protect against known vulnerabilities by patching Microsoft and select third-party vendors with centralized deployment and reporting. |
Extensible Configuration | Utilize custom scripting in conjunction with Validation Logic for further client configuration |
Remote Management | Remotely manage nearly every aspect of the client OS without needing to be interactive with the desktop. When necessary, take remote control to work with the user to resolve issues. |