Part I Overview - Novell ZENWORKS LINUX MANAGEMENT 7.2 IR2 - INSTALLATION GUIDE 07-20-2009 Installation Manual

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Novell ZENworks 7.2 Linux Management provides comprehensive management of Linux
servers and workstations, collectively referred to as devices. Using ZENworks Linux Management,
you can:
Manage Dell PowerEdge servers using ZENworks Linux Management capabilities combined
with the Dell OpenManage* toolkit capabilities.
Manage your device software packages, including dependency resolution, SUSE
support, and previous version rollback.
Manage your device configuration and application settings through the use of policies.
Automate the application of images and scripted installs using YAST autoinstall and Red Hat*
kickstart.
Remotely manage devices using a secure and fast interface.
Collect hardware and software inventory, as well as generate inventory reports.
For more information, see Chapter 1, "About ZENworks Linux Management," on page
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