So far, we have covered how to deploy VCM on one or multiple tiers, how to configure it, and how to deploy agents on the machines we want to manage. In this chapter, we will have a look at patching Windows servers and desktops.
Even though all products go through rigorous quality tests, there are always some bugs left that can be exploited if they aren't fixed. Patch management comes into the picture to do this job. With the help of VCM, we can perform an automated, scheduled analysis of the infrastructure for missing patches and then deploy them as necessary. There are many tools in the market, such as Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager or BMC BSA, that can do this job, but the benefit of using VCM is that it's an integral part of the vRealize Operation suite, so you don't need to pay extra for VCM. It can not only patch Windows and Linux but can also be used to patch Unix and Mac OS. We can schedule the patching job, and VCM will perform the patching and update the...