9.4. Planning and Implementing Windows Software Update Services (WSUS)
Earlier in this chapter, I mentioned that administrators often have to deploy updates throughout the entire enterprise. This could include updates to the following:
Operating systems
If you're working in a complex environment, this probably includes several different versions of Windows (possibly going back as far as Windows NT), as well as the probable presence of Linux or Unix, including Mac OS X.
Applications
When I say applications, you have to consider standardized Microsoft applications, as well as third-party applications and custom applications. In total, they represent three different stages of updates that have to be conducted, because not all applications are ...
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