Operating System: RAM, OS Version, OS Service Pack level.The following information will be collected from the users’ machine:

The data gathered is stored in the SCCM databases located within the secure ANU datacentres. No personal information is collected, such as the contents or names of user files such as documents, email, or any browsing history.

Local User Accounts and Login/Logout Timestamps.

The SCCM system has been customised to collect only targeted asset data. All communication between the agent and the server is encrypted. The agent communicates to the ANU SCCM server infrastructure which stores a database of computer and application information. The Software Center will be visible in Programs and Applications on Windows 7 and Apps Section on Windows 8.1 and Windows 10. In the first stages, the Software Center will be visible, however, there will not be any applications listed until later stages.

The agent provisions a utility called the Software Center which facilitates software deployments for the user. The agent will become active after a single reboot at the time preferred by the user.Īfter the installation of the agent, the agent’s configuration will be visible in the “control panel” section of the Operating System. The agent will be deployed on computers by Local IT Support Staff (LITSS) using the current software deployment practices. The agent runs in the background and will not interfere with the operation of the computer. How will this affect my computer?Ī small software utility known as an 'agent” will be installed onto the computer. The first stage is the configuration of the ANU SCCM infrastructure and the rollout of the SCCM agent to Windows computers to enable the gathering of hardware and software data.Ī managed operating environment will enable faster, streamlined and efficient deployment of software, a consistent desktop user experience as well as improved visibility and reporting of software and hardware assets across the University. The University will be using the Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) system, an enterprise configuration management solution for devices running Microsoft Windows operating systems. Configuration and update management for Windows, Mac and Linux platforms.This will include the review and implementation of tools for:

The University is implementing a managed operating environment (MOE) for end user computers, using best practice methodologies and tools.

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