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Desktop Authority^® - Features and Benefits

Features		Benefits
Supports Vista and Windows Server 2008		Centrally manage and support all Windows desktops seamlessly, regardless of version. Now support deploying Windows Vista Service Pack 1, Windows XP Service Pack 3, and install Desktop Authority on Windows Server 2008.
Virtual Desktop Management		Enhancements in Validation Logic give you single-point customization and security for both virtual and physical Windows desktops.
Software Deployment		Centrally deploy MSI-based applications via a distributed MSI repository utilizing Validation Logic to establish target granularity. Edit MSIs directly from within the repository with MSI Studio.
USB and Port Security Option [More Info]		Protect against data theft and the introduction of malicious software by implementing granular policy-based lockdown of removable storage and communication devices.
Configuration Refresh		Configure clients throughout the workday automatically. This allows mid-day configuration updates, configuration of mobile workers using cached credentials, and continual security policy enforcement.
Explorer-Style Graphical Interface		New ‘Task-Based’ navigation tree makes it easy to find exactly what you need.
Comprehensive Management [View]		Configure every aspect of the user's desktop including printers, shortcuts, registry settings, Windows Firewall, folder redirections and mail profiles, as well as IE and MS Office settings.
Patented Validation Logic [View]		Define which clients receive a configuration to a detailed level of granularity covering OS, machine class, connection type, OUs, Group memberships, and over 20 other criteria.
Hardware / Software Inventory [View]		Manage each clients hardware and software by reporting against information stored centrally in an SQL database.
Built-In Reporting [View]		Generate both pre-defined and custom reports on inventory. The new custom report wizard requires no SQL knowledge.
Group Policy Template Import [View]		Use Group Policy Administrative Templates and granularly apply the settings using Desktop Authority's patented Validation Logic.
Role-Based Administration [View]		Restrict admins to only access the configuration elements and profiles they need.
Power Management [View]		Save energy costs by establishing power settings and by shutting down inactive machines. Click for more information.
Spyware Detection and Removal Option [More Info]		Implement unparalleled protection against known spyware threats using an industry-leading anti-spyware engine. Now includes full reporting and memory scanning and real-time scanning.
Patch Distribution and Deployment Option [More Info]		Protect against known vulnerabilities by patching Microsoft and select third-party vendors with centralized deployment and reporting.
Extensible Configuration		Utilize custom scripting in conjunction with Validation Logic for further client configuration
Remote Management		Remotely manage nearly every aspect of the client OS without needing to be interactive with the desktop. When necessary, take remote control to work with the user to resolve issues. Remote management communication now uses a FIPS-certified encryption method.