PDQ Deploy is a reliable program for Windows that gives you the possibility to manage multiple workstations connected to the same network or Active Directory domain. It comes equipped with a friendly GUI that organizes all available functions and has an extensive library for downloading additional packages.
Main functions
The application allows you to distribute updates across the network for various runtimes, document handling tools, messaging clients, and more. Another notable aspect of PDQ Deploy is that it offers several uninstallers that may be used to clean the traces of software that leaves temporary files. If you want to track the work of your remote employees online, you may try another utility called WebWork.
Deployment process
To deploy a particular package you have to create the target list. While choosing the computers, there are several options, namely Active Directory, Spiceworks or PDQ Inventory systems. Additionally, the program provides an existing list or a text document that contains the necessary data.
Please note that all the deployments take place in real time. In case the remote machines are configured to receive updates and allow installations the process is quite straightforward. The scheduler module is dedicated to automating a variety of tasks.
Features
- free to download and use;
- compatible with modern Windows versions;
- enables you to manage several PC stations;
- you can automate different tasks via scheduler;
- there is an option to create custom packages.