Researching methods to apply patches, etc

[ervsplace]

I have been given a task to research the most effecient method(s) for applying service packs, patches, virus updates, applications, etc. We run a mixed environment of Windows 2000 and Netware 6. We unfortunately have a mix of Windows workstations including 95, 98, W2K, and XP Pro. We are currently running Groupwise for our email but have also been told we are moving to Exchange within the next two months. With all of these variables can anyone recommend software or methods which would allow us to centrally administer the updates, patches, etc.?

Dan

 

[Janufa]

Trie SUS, a MS free update server.

SUS Server 1.0 with SP1 is designed to simplify the process of keeping your Windows-based computer up-to-date with the latest critical updates. SUS Server 1.0 with SP1 enables administrators to quickly and reliably deploy critical updates to their Windows 2000-based servers as well as to desktop computers running Windows 2000 Professional or Windows XP Professional.

Hope it fits to you, feeds at last a part of your needs

see

http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=A7AA96E4-6E41-4F54-972C-