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cdist vs Symantec Client Management Suite

A side-by-side look at cdist and Symantec Client Management Suite. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

cdist

cdist

System & Hardware

cdist is an open source configuration management tool written in Python. It allows system administrators to define the configuration of servers and deploy it to multiple machines in parallel. cdist works by running small scripts called 'manifests' on remote hosts.

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Symantec Client Management Suite

Symantec Client Management Suite

Security & Privacy

Symantec Client Management Suite is a unified endpoint management solution that provides visibility and control over traditional and mobile devices. It enables administrators to secure, manage, and troubleshoot endpoints with a single agent and console.

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