Computer Management allows computers in the enterprise to be configured whether or not a user is logged in to the system. Configurations that apply to the computer operating system, as well as configurations that apply to all users, can be configured.
Computer Management configurations are applied by the Computer Management Agent. This agent runs as a Windows service, starting when Windows is started and always available to apply configuration until Windows is shut down. The agent can apply configured settings at Windows Startup and Shutdown, at Refresh intervals, and at any scheduled time established by the admin. Desktop Authority uses patented Validation Logic for Computer Management so the admin can target computer specific settings based on a robust set of selection criteria.
Computer Management is especially helpful in configuring desktops during non-working hours and in configuring servers, where there may be no user logins to trigger configurations and where you want to manage the environment rather than the user’s environment.
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