Hey everyone! I'm looking for a way to automate the patch management for some software like 7zip and Notepad++. I'm considering options like PatchMyPC, PDQ Deploy, or even PowerShell scripting, but I'd prefer a more comprehensive solution rather than just using PowerShell. What suggestions do you all have? Thanks!
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For smaller setups, you might also check out Winget for PowerShell integration or Chocolatey for managing installations, though note that Winget is not officially supported on Windows Server.
You might want to look into Action1 as well. It's free for the first 200 devices and offers a good interface for central patch management, but after that, it gets a bit pricey.
Yeah, but their charges for larger setups are quite steep! Not ideal for smaller teams.
Just a thought, but are you sure you need all these third-party apps on your servers? It's often better to keep them minimal and clean to avoid potential issues.
I get that, but we have specific needs that some applications fulfill, hence considering this.
PDQ Deploy is a solid choice for automating patches on servers. It's cost-effective for server management, and many have had great experiences with it. Easy to set up and use!
Absolutely! We've relied on it for years, and it's been a game-changer for us.
Definitely sticking to PDQ! Super user-friendly.
If you're looking for a comprehensive solution, Ivanti Security Controls is great at finding and updating third-party software. It automates missing updates too, which is super helpful!
We just started using Neurons for a similar purpose, but I'm curious about Ivanti's effectiveness.
Thanks for the heads up about Winget! Chocolatey has worked out well for me.