Maintaining software in computers in a network
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1. A method for maintaining software in computers in a network, comprising the steps of:
- (a) responding to a client computer inquiry as to whether at least one new or updated application is available for installation; and
(b) if new or updated applications are available, informing the client computer of the number of applications and the installation times for such applications.
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Abstract
The invention disclosed herein provides an apparatus and method for maintaining current versions of software in client computers in a common network. A systems management server computer connected to the network communicates with each of the client computers in response to periodic inquiries from each client computer as to the availability of new or updated applications. The SMS determines what new and updated applications are to be installed on each client computer and sends information regarding the nature of the programs and their expected installation times.
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1. A method for maintaining software in computers in a network, comprising the steps of:
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(a) responding to a client computer inquiry as to whether at least one new or updated application is available for installation; and
(b) if new or updated applications are available, informing the client computer of the number of applications and the installation times for such applications. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13)
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