Desktop management

Desktop management includes various services and utilities that IT needs to account for. This includes OS updates and upgrades, patch management, device provisioning and more. IT needs to find desktop management software or unified endpoint management (UEM) platforms to handle these tasks.

September 28, 2022 28 Sep'22
Intel expands Developer Cloud, updates GPUs, CPUs

Administrators who manage many users can go one step further toward streamlining license assignments by taking advantage of a new feature from Microsoft.
September 01, 2022 01 Sep'22
HP, Dell report cooling PC sales as business demand wavers

Businesses have delayed and reduced their desktop and laptop orders from HP and Dell, executives reported. The PC market has weakened after a two-year winning streak.
July 14, 2022 14 Jul'22
PC shipments plummet as market boom ends

PC manufacturers shipped fewer than 80 million computers for the first time in seven quarters as low demand and supply chain issues hit the market, IDC reports.
June 08, 2022 08 Jun'22
Apple Mac performance, features boost business appeal

The upcoming MacBook Air and Pro models will feature Apple's high-performing M2 chip, which will help workers in creative businesses edit videos and images faster.

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How Windows 11 Safe Mode works and when to use it

Windows 11 desktops can run into problems that don't have a clear cause. Safe Mode runs a pared-down version of the OS, making it easier to identify and solve system issues. Continue Reading
How to choose a PCaaS vendor

The PC-as-a-service and device-as-a-service market is still developing and maturing, so organizations should learn who the major vendors are and how these services work. Continue Reading
Guide to Linux patch management

While patching desktops has some universal aspects across systems, there are specific Linux best practices that Linux administrators need to know. Here are eight important ones. Continue Reading

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7 benefits of PCaaS that businesses should know

Organizations that take on a PCaaS agreement will have to pay monthly costs, but the benefits they receive, including lifecycle management and support, provide plenty of value. Continue Reading
What is desktop management and how does it work?

Desktop management is a comprehensive approach to managing all the computers within an organization. Continue Reading
Comparing 8 desktop management software options for business

Organizations that need desktop management software should survey a variety of platform types. UEM can often provide the most value and functionality in the enterprise. Continue Reading

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How to support Mac computers in Windows environments

Organizations that support both Windows and Mac desktops must approach them differently, but there is plenty of overlap with the tools and practices they can use. Continue Reading
Use Jamf Pro's basic features for enterprise management

While Apple devices are vital to many workplaces, they present unique management challenges. Jamf Pro is a device management platform that helps tackle Apple-specific challenges. Continue Reading
Incorporating zero trust into endpoint security

Zero trust is a complex term, but organizations that take security seriously must know what it is and how it can support existing endpoint security platforms. Continue Reading

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How to fix Windows 11 when it keeps restarting

When a Windows 11 desktop keeps restarting, there are a few factors that may be behind the issue. IT administrators should understand all the possible causes and how to solve them. Continue Reading
How to perform a factory reset on a Windows 11 desktop

A factory reset may be necessary when a device has performance issues or is set to go to a new user. IT can execute this process in Windows 11 while avoiding unwanted data loss. Continue Reading
6 steps to troubleshoot remote printing via VPN

While each organization's printing infrastructure is different, IT administrators should follow these six general steps to determine the cause of remote printing issues over a VPN. Continue Reading