Microsoft KB Archive/185998

= SMS: What Is SMS and What Capabilities Does It Provide? =

Article ID: 185998

Article Last Modified on 10/27/2006

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APPLIES TO


 * Microsoft Systems Management Server 1.1 Standard Edition
 * Microsoft Systems Management Server 1.2 Standard Edition

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This article was previously published under Q185998



SUMMARY
Microsoft Systems Management Server is a Microsoft BackOffice product that provides a comprehensive solution for centralized management of computers in an enterprise network. It is a key component of the Microsoft solution for enterprise distributed systems management. Extending the capabilities built into Windows NT, Systems Management Server provides network administrators with a flexible method to centrally manage software and hardware on their corporate networks. Systems Management Server is an integrated system that provides these services:


 * Hardware and software inventory
 * Software distribution and installation
 * Managing shared network applications
 * Remote control and troubleshooting
 * Network protocol analysis

Systems Management Server allows an administrator at a central location to perform these key management functions for client computers. This removes the need to physically touch a computer for inventory census, software installations, or problem diagnosis. Systems Management Server works within existing network environments to provide a complete resource management solution.

Keywords: kbfaq kbinfo KB185998

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