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Explaining How Configuration Manager Works

Configuration Manager is a sophisticated system that effectively allows for large-scale management of Microsoft Windows-based systems. Organizations with an investment in Microsoft technologies will find that Configuration Manager allows for an unprecedented ability to keep on top of any size environment. In its simplest form, Configuration Manager provides enterprise management of active Windows client and server assets. The data collected from managed systems can be used directly for IT life-cycle management along with security, configuration, and compliance management.

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For organizations with existing configuration management database (CMDB) implementations, use Configuration Manager to supply ...