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Endpoint security management tools


A proper set of tools can be the difference between a fully operational desktop deployment and an under-performing collection of paper weights. The free tools discussed in the Windows security tools section can help you automate patch management in Windows, fight malware infections and test the security of your desktop machines.
IN THIS TOPIC:  NEWS (39) , EXPERT TECHNICAL ADVICE (169) , REFERENCE & LEARNING (64) , WEBCASTS (3) , DOWNLOADS (9) , DEFINITIONS (1)

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TIP - Metasploit 3.1, the latest update of the popular penetration testing tool, was just released in January. Learn about its newest features and updates.

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MDOP for Windows 7 available now
SearchEnterpriseDesktop.com | 20 Oct 2009
ARTICLE - Microsoft will follow its Windows 7 launch this week with a new version of its Desktop Optimization Pack that includes an App-V service pack.
Microsoft's Online Desktop Manager caters to small IT shops
SearchEnterpriseDesktop.com | 19 Oct 2009
ARTICLE - Microsoft has culled features from its other suites for the public beta of Online Desktop Manager.
Microsoft releases WSUS 3 SP2 with Win 7, R2 support
SearchEnterpriseDesktop.com | 26 Aug 2009
ARTICLE - WSUS SP2 adds improvements to client performance, and increased server usability and reliability. It also patches Windows Server 2008 R2 and Windows 7.
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  EXPERT TECHNICAL ADVICE: 1 - 3 of 169
How to get -- and keep -- user support with security
Submitted By: SearchEnterpriseDesktop.com | 09 Nov 2009
TIP - User support is crucial to keeping a network secure, but IT and users don't always see eye to eye. Learn how to get users on board.
Monitoring user activity with network analyzers
Submitted By: SearchEnterpriseDesktop.com | 07 Oct 2009
TIP - Network analyzers are one of the best -- and cheapest -- security tools for managing an enterprise and minimizing business risks, but they are often overlooked.
Using third-party technologies with Microsoft's NAP
Submitted By: SearchEnterpriseDesktop.com | 01 Oct 2009
TIP - Third-party vendors are integrating their software into Microsoft's NAP framework in hopes of further extending enforcement protections to custom configurations.
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  REFERENCE & LEARNING: 1 - 3 of 64
Windows security tools for the busy desktop administrator
SearchEnterpriseDesktop.com | 26 May 2009
FAST GUIDE - Looking for Windows security tools, but don't have time to do the research? Learn about a few that come highly-recommended by one of our top security experts.
Windows security tools roundup
SearchEnterpriseDesktop.com staff | 14 Jan 2009
SPECIAL REPORT - Looking for some new security tools to fit your budget? IT managers have plenty of choices for the enterprise and for their end users.
Windows security toolbox: Network security
SearchEnterpriseDesktop.com | 24 Sep 2008
RESOURCE KIT - Check out these 12 free tools from SearchWindowsSecurity.com to prevent attackers from crippling your network.
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  WEBCASTS: 1 - 3 of 3
Messaging and Collaboration Security: Microsoft's Multi-layer Approach - Vendor Webcast

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PREMIERED:   17 OCT 2006, 09:00 EDT (13:00, GMT)
SUMMARY:   Attend this informational webcast and discover messaging and collaboration security methods that help neutralize messaging threats with multiple layers of defense.
Don't Dread that Network Audit - Compliance with Government Regulation and Industry Standards - Expert Podcast

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PREMIERED:   08 AUG 2006, 09:00 EDT (13:00, GMT)
SUMMARY:   Security administrators need to be more proactive about preventing attacks, making vulnerability assessments a crucial tool in their portfolio.
BlackBerry in a global environment - Vendor Webcast

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PREMIERED:   14 SEP 2004, 12:00 EDT (16:00, GMT)
SUMMARY:   In this session, you will learn how easily BlackBerry can be leveraged in your global enterprise. Understand the alternative paths to take for your traveling executive and see how BlackBerry partnerships with local and international wireless network carriers will benefit your enterprise . Learn about the technology that allows BlackBerry handhelds to be used across the globe.
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  DOWNLOADS: 1 - 3 of 9
Microsoft security utility downloads
Published by: SearchWindowsSecurity.com | 15 Jun 2007
DOWNLOAD - Download popular Microsoft Windows security utility tools here, including Netcat, John the Ripper, Nmap and WSUS.
The Microsoft Security Assessment
Published by: Microsoft | 23 Mar 2006
DOWNLOAD - This application is designed to help organizations with fewer than 1,000 employees assess weaknesses in their current IT security environment. It will help identify processes, resources, and technologies that are designed to ...
Windows security toolbox: Our readers' favorite freeware
Published by: Compiled by Kimbers Sheppard | 26 Sep 2005
FAVORITE DOWNLOADS - SearchWindowsSecurity.com readers share their top freeware tools.
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  DEFINITIONS: 1 - 1 of 1
system tray
31 Jul 2001
WORD - The system tray (or "systray") is a section of the taskbars in the Microsoft Windows desktop user interface that is used to display the clock and the icons of certain programs so that a user is continually reminded that they ...
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SEE ALSO - Topics Related to Endpoint security management tools: 
Network intrusion detection and prevention and malware removal, Patches, alerts and critical updates, User passwords and network permissions



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