Managing a network of Macs
2 February 2011
Managing a network of Macs is made much simpler with the use of a few tools.
Apple Remote Desktop (ARD) is our #1 management tool and it is useful with networks of any size. ARD enables virtually all tasks to be done remotely. It allows a suitably-configured Mac to be accessed & controlled remotely, from a machine on your own network or, via a VPN, from outside
Software Update Server is a great add-on to OS X Server which makes software updates much quicker & more convenient
Virtual Private Networks enable your staff, IT personnel and clients to connect to your network via a secure Internet connection. They can be configured to allow restricted access to defined areas, file server shares or any desired level of access. A VPN is ideal for allowing remote access to the network from home or when mobile
We use outside Cisco specialists to setup & maintain VPNs for our clients and use them extensively for secure remote access to manage machines