ManageEngine ADManager Plus
ADManager Plus is an easy-to use Windows Active Directory (AD), management and reporting solution that aids AD administrators and help desk personnel in their day to day activities. The software has a web-based GUI that is intuitive and central. It handles complex tasks such as bulk management of user accounts, other AD objects, and delegate role-based access for help desk technicians. It also generates a comprehensive list of AD reports, which are essential to satisfy compliance audits. The Active Directory tool also includes mobile AD apps that enable AD technicians and administrators to perform user management tasks on the go, right from their mobile devices.
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Pulseway
Pulseway, a remote monitoring and management software (RMM) for IT departments and MSPs, allows you to have complete control over your entire IT environment. Pulseway is easy to use and quick-to-deploy. It ensures that IT issues are identified, monitored, and resolved as soon as possible. The platform provides complete visibility through the Pulseway dashboard, advanced automation, remote management, OS & third party patch management, network monitoring and IT automation, custom reports as well as complete command traceability, email notification, and many other features. We also offer add-ons to endpoint protection, business management (PSA), backup & disaster restoration software, and integration with top AV providers to give your IT stack the power it deserves.
Pulseway is used by over 6,000 customers around the world every day to manage their IT infrastructure. Get a 14-day free trial.
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Pester
Pester serves as the all-encompassing testing and mocking framework for PowerShell, significantly improving the quality of code and facilitating the implementation of predictable modifications. By incorporating Pester tests into your PowerShell scripts, you can ensure a higher standard of code integrity, and Visual Studio Code offers comprehensive support for Pester, enabling rapid test creation. The integration of Pester with platforms like TFS, Azure, GitHub, Jenkins, and various CI servers empowers you to automate your entire development workflow seamlessly. This framework is designed not only for writing and executing tests but is predominantly utilized for unit and integration testing, while also extending its capabilities to validate entire environments, computer deployments, and database setups. Pester tests are versatile and can run any command or script that a Pester test file can access, which encompasses functions, Cmdlets, Modules, and scripts. Whether you choose to run Pester locally in conjunction with Visual Studio Code or incorporate it into a build script within a CI pipeline, it remains a powerful tool for developers. Furthermore, the ability to create comprehensive test suites fosters a culture of reliability and confidence in your PowerShell code.
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Specops Deploy
Specops Deploy streamlines the process of installing operating systems, software, and applications within your Microsoft Active Directory framework. By enhancing Group Policy capabilities, this tool allows you to target numerous computer objects within Active Directory effectively. You can utilize Specops Deploy to preserve user data during installations, adjust local user configurations, or create images of operating systems. This solution not only eliminates the need for labor-intensive manual procedures but also boosts IT productivity by offering a more straightforward software deployment approach. Whether you are rolling out applications across numerous devices or transitioning your computers to a newer operating system, Specops Deploy ensures that your efforts yield maximum efficiency. It leverages existing technologies, including Active Directory, Group Policy, Windows Deployment Services (WDS), Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit (Windows ADK), and Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT), making it a versatile tool in any IT administrator's arsenal. By integrating these technologies, Specops Deploy enhances overall deployment strategies, ensuring a seamless experience for users and IT teams alike.
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