Today I’d like to review some of the core functionality that BatchPatch offers. For systems administrators who need a controlled way to install Windows Updates on many computers at the same time, while monitoring their progress, automating the reboot process, and maximizing efficiency during maintenance windows, BatchPatch can’t be beat.
BatchPatch offers an extremely simple and reliable toolset to perform the following tasks (and more):
- Remote Windows Update management with or without WSUS
- Remote Windows Update management for secure, offline networks in addition to online, internet-connected networks
- Windows Update caching for low-bandwidth networks (WSUS alternative)
- Remote software deployment
- Remote script deployment and command execution
- Remote reboots, shutdowns, and Wake On LAN
- Multi-step execution options
- Multi-computer, coordinated sequences
- Scheduled tasks