Tag: lawrence garvin

Patching Java: Prevent Failed Java Updates

Learn more about patching Java with SolarWinds Patch Manager: bit.ly Patching non-Microsoft applications or custom applications is a very time consuming process that involves researching, testing, packaging and deploying the patch. SolarWinds Patch Manager automates these processes

3rd Party Patching with System Center Configuration Manager

Learn how Patch Manager extends the power of SCCM for 3rd party app patch management at: bit.ly System Center Configuration Manager™ provides the ability to update third party patches using SCUP (System Center Updates Publisher). This is a fairly manual process because you need to research patches that are needed, obtain and run the update installer and document pre and post-installation conditions.

Patching Virtual Machines to Control Threats from VM Sprawl

Learn more about patching virtual machines with SolarWinds Patch Manager at bit.ly Patching virtual machines is a problematic task because of VM sprawl. Many of these virtual machines are often dormant or off-line but can be brought back to life at a moments notice, and if not patched, will…

Patch Rollbacks: What are your options?

Visit here to learn more: www.solarwinds.com In this short interview with Lawrence Garvin, WSUS MVP, he discusses why testing is such a critical task in patching – because WSUS does not provide an automated way to do roll back. He describes the alternatives for rolling back patches to include un-installing the patch via WMI, or using scripts to roll back patches for MSI and MSP services.

Patch Management: Roles & Responsibilities

Click here to learn more: www.solarwinds.com Who is responsible for patch management in an organization and what responsibilities do patch management owners take on? In this short interview, Lawrence Garvin, WSUS MVP, describes who is responsible for patch management, and the tasks involved…