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Contents
Introduction…………………………………………….2
Assumptions…………………………………………….2
LANDesk Scanner Behavior………………………………………………2
Conclusion……………………………………………...3
Introduction
This Article discusses the LANDesk Scanner when scanning the system folders.
Assumptions
This article assumes that the reader is familiar with the LANDesk Management Suite.
The LANDesk Scanner Behavior
The LANDesk Scanner when scanning for files in the system folders will report the file version of the files the Operating systems is using. The version of the file may not be the version of the file that exists in a specified path. This is because the Operating system has pointers on files that are in the system folder.
The scanner will return the version of the file that is in use by the Operating System and not necessarily the version of the file in the specified path.
Conclusion
This Article applies to LDMS9.5, LDMS9.6
About LANDesk Software
Simple IT environments are a thing of the past. IT departments juggle too many tools from too many vendors while facing pressure to cut costs, reduce risk and boost productivity. Workers are adding smart phones and tablets to PC or notebook use, dramatically increasing the number of endpoints and operating systems that must be managed. Organizations need intelligent, integrated control over diverse systems and devices.
Customers worldwide use LANDESK®systems lifecycle management, endpoint security and IT service management (ITSM) solutions to simplify IT complexity and manage mobility “mayhem;” discover, track and safeguard assets and endpoints; and enable IT staff to improve service levels—all while reducing costs and requiring less infrastructure.
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