Profile Maker 8 Professional and Microsoft SMS 2.0/2003
Comparison and use of two management technologies in the enterprise
by Jeremy Moskowitz

Both Profile Maker 8 Professional and Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS) offer management capabilities to control systems and deploy software. However, for those customers wishing to make the most cost-effective investment, Profile Maker provides a substantial set of features for a fraction of the outlay. Additionally, if an organization has already deployed Microsoft Systems Management Server, Profile Maker can make an excellent addition to fill in the gaps left by Systems Management Server.

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Profile Maker 8 Professional and Novell ZENworks for Desktops 4
Comparison and use of two management technologies in the enterprise
by Jeremy Moskowitz and Stan Reimer

Both Profile Maker 8 Professional and Novell ZENworks for Desktops 4 are desktop management tools that can be used to deploy software and configure computer desktops. Both tools provide excellent functionality and can be deployed separately or together on the same network. In either deployment scenario, Profile Maker provides excellent capacity for managing applications and desktops.

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Extending Group Policy with AutoProf Policy Maker
Two management technologies work hand-in-hand to deliver on desktop management
by Jeremy Moskowitz

By itself, Group Policy (predicated on Active Directory) can bring structure to an unstructured environment. However, when paired with AutoProf® Policy Maker™, the management capabilities are further extended to get total control of desktops and servers in an extensible way that is fully sanctioned by Microsoft. AutoProf Policy Maker can make an excellent addition to fill in the gaps left by Group Policy alone.

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