Software Distribution

Windows Intune 2.0 simplifies the complex task of distributing Microsoft and third-party applications and updates to all PCs that are managed by Windows Intune.

An IT admin completes a simple wizard from the Windows Intune console to guide them through the process of publishing the software for distribution. These software or update packages can be .EXE, .MSI or .MSP files.

After the appropriate information has been entered, the wizard then encrypts, compresses and uploads the package to Windows Azure storage space until it's ready for deployment. During a trial subscription, 2GB of free Windows Azure cloud storage are provided to store updates or apps until distribution. Paid subscriptions have a pre-determined amount of storage space (greater than 2GB). And customers have the option to purchase more space if needed.

When the software is living it appears in the Managed Software workspace. Administrators can then choose to deploy the software to select PCs. The next time these PCs are online, software installation will begin.