# Endpoint Management Software & Security Tools

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[Endpoint management](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/articles/what-is-endpoint-management.html) refers to the process of monitoring, managing, and securing the endpoints in a network and applying policies to control access to these endpoints, thereby protecting them from internal and external cyber threats. Every organization relies on IT assets or endpoints for its operations, and these devices are the most crucial part of any network.

Unified endpoint management and security tools combine Client Management Tools (CMT) and Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM). Enterprise endpoint management often requires robust endpoint monitoring tools.

With technological advancements and the introduction of new devices, enterprises need a comprehensive endpoint management system that ensures both security and productivity. Endpoint management software enables organizations to efficiently manage and secure network endpoints such as laptops, smartphones, desktops, servers, workstations, and rugged devices.

These [unified endpoint management tools](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/unified-endpoint-management-solutions.html) provide IT functionalities including:

- Patch management
- Software deployment
- Remote troubleshooting
- Mobile device management
- Digital employee experience management
- Asset monitoring and reporting

All from a unified console.

## Endpoint Management Software & Tools

Manage, monitor, and troubleshoot your endpoints with a comprehensive endpoint management platform to streamline IT operations.

### Endpoint Central

**Unified Endpoint Management**

Endpoint Central is a [unified endpoint management](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/uem/what-is-uem.html) solution that helps you manage all your network endpoint devices from a single console.

Automate endpoint management routines such as:

- Installing patches
- Deploying software
- Imaging and deploying operating systems
- Managing assets, including [hardware inventory management](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/hardware-inventory.html)
- Managing software licenses
- Monitoring software usage statistics
- Managing USB device usage
- Remote desktop control

[Learn more](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/?cms)

### Mobile Device Manager Plus

**Manage & Secure Mobile Devices**

Mobile Device Manager Plus is an enterprise mobility management solution that provides a unified console to securely manage corporate and personally owned devices across Apple, Android, Windows, and Chrome.

Capabilities include:

- Managing store and enterprise apps
- Pre-configuring corporate email accounts
- Secure content distribution
- Regulating access to corporate data
- OS update management
- Remote troubleshooting
- Device location tracking
- Location-based compliance
- Data protection at rest, in use, and in transit

[Learn more](https://www.manageengine.com/mobile-device-management/?cms)

### Endpoint Central MSP

**Streamline Endpoint Management for MSPs**

Endpoint Central MSP is a remote monitoring and endpoint management software designed for managed service providers. It enables centralized management of desktops, servers, laptops, and mobile devices across multiple clients.

[Learn more](https://www.manageengine.com/desktop-management-msp/?cms)

### Mobile Device Manager Plus MSP

**Transform MSP Business with Mobile Device Manager Plus MSP**

A multi-tenant mobile device management solution built for MSPs. It supports centralized app management, email configuration, compliance enforcement, real-time troubleshooting, and location tracking.

[Learn more](https://www.manageengine.com/mobile-device-management-msp/?cms)

### OS Deployer

**Accelerate Deployment and Disk Imaging**

OS Deployer enables automated disk imaging and OS deployment. Administrators can capture OS and data partitions, customize images, and deploy them across multiple systems.

[Learn more](https://www.manageengine.com/products/os-deployer/?cms)

### Remote Access Plus

**Remote Access Made Simple**

Enterprise remote access software for troubleshooting remote computers from a central location.

[Learn more](https://www.manageengine.com/remote-desktop-management/?cms)

### Free Windows Admin Tools

**Simplify Windows Administration**

Free Windows administration tools including:

- Remote Desktop Connection
- Remote Task Manager
- Wake on LAN
- Software Inventory
- Remote Command Prompt
- GPO Update
- Remote Shutdown/Restart
- Join/Unjoin Computer
- Logged-on User detection
- Hard Disk Space Detector
- Local Users/Groups List
- Network Share Browser
- Laptop Battery Monitor
- System Inventory
- Remote Device Manager

[Learn more](https://www.manageengine.com/products/free-windows-tools/free-windows-tools.html?cms)

## Endpoint Security Solutions

Defend your endpoints from vulnerabilities, malware, and ransomware with continual scanning, detection, and remediation.

### Patch Manager Plus

**Streamline Patch Management**

Automated patch deployment for Windows, macOS, and Linux endpoints with support for 850+ third-party applications. Available on-premises and cloud.

[Learn more](https://www.manageengine.com/patch-management/?cms)

### Patch Connect Plus

**Seamless Third-Party Patching**

Integrates with Microsoft Configuration Manager and Intune to enable patch management for 800+ third-party applications.

[Learn more](https://www.manageengine.com/sccm-third-party-patch-management/?cms)

### Browser Security Plus

**Secure Your Browsing Experience**

Manage and secure browsers across networks with visibility into usage trends, browser hardening, extension control, and compliance enforcement.

[Learn more](https://www.manageengine.com/secure-browser/?cms)

### Vulnerability Manager Plus

**Stay Ahead of Vulnerabilities**

Integrated threat and vulnerability management with centralized vulnerability scanning, assessment, and remediation.

[Learn more](https://www.manageengine.com/vulnerability-management/?cms)

### Device Control Plus

**Safeguard Data and Control Devices**

Control, block, and monitor USB and peripheral devices to prevent unauthorized access and data leakage.

[Learn more](https://www.manageengine.com/device-control/?cms)

### Application Control Plus

**Take Control of Your Applications**

Automated allowlisting and blocklisting with built-in endpoint privilege management.

[Learn more](https://www.manageengine.com/application-control/?cms)

### Endpoint DLP Plus

**Protect Your Sensitive Data**

Enterprise-grade DLP solution to classify data, regulate data movement via USB, cloud, email, and printers, and receive instant alerts on violations.

[Learn more](https://www.manageengine.com/endpoint-dlp/?cms)

### Ransomware Protection Plus

**Detect and Defeat Ransomware Attacks**

AI-powered ransomware detection with ML-based behavioral analysis, device isolation, and encrypted data recovery.

[Learn more](https://www.manageengine.com/ransomware-protection/?cms)

### Malware Protection Plus

**Neutralize Threats and Prevent Breaches**

Next-generation antivirus with AI-powered scanning, real-time behavior detection, memory scanning, and zero-day threat remediation.

[Learn more](https://www.manageengine.com/malware-protection/?cms)

## Endpoint Management – FAQ

### What are Endpoints?

An endpoint is a device that is part of your organization's network and used for communication and data processing. Examples include laptops, desktops, tablets, and smartphones. These devices are managed by an endpoint manager.

### What is Endpoint Management?

Endpoint management is the practice of managing and securing endpoints such as desktops, laptops, mobile devices, and servers from a single console. It enables patching, software deployment, inventory scanning, and other complex tasks with minimal user intervention.

### Which endpoints need to be managed?

All endpoints connected physically or remotely to the network—or those with access to corporate data or Personally Identifiable Information (PII)—should be monitored and managed.

Personal employee devices used to access enterprise systems should also be secured.

### What is an endpoint management software?

Endpoint management software secures endpoints by applying policies and leveraging lightweight agents installed on devices to:

- Deploy patches and software
- Enforce application control
- Manage device policies
- Enable remote troubleshooting

### What is an endpoint manager?

An endpoint manager helps manage and secure network-connected devices containing sensitive corporate data. These devices are prone to breaches if not monitored and controlled.

### How does endpoint management work?

Endpoint management uses agents installed on network devices to collect data and execute management tasks such as:

- Scanning for missing patches
- Identifying vulnerabilities
- Deploying configurations
- Deploying software

All actions are initiated from a centralized console.

### What are the benefits of endpoint management?

1. **Secures endpoints and ensures compliance**  
   A Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) solution provides centralized control to deploy patches, restrict unauthorized access, and comply with standards like HIPAA and GDPR. Built-in [attack surface management](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/attack-surface-management.html) helps minimize exposure to threats.

2. **Streamlines usability and boosts productivity**  
   Enables remote troubleshooting and application deployment with minimal disruption.

3. **Improves visibility into network assets**  
   Automates asset management and provides real-time visibility into managed systems.

### Unified Endpoint Manager: Centralized Endpoint Management

A [Unified Endpoint Manager (UEM)](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/unified-endpoint-management-solutions.html) addresses IT management needs from a central location, including:

- Security updates
- Patch management
- Hardware and software inventory
- Logging
- Mobile device management
- Software and OS deployment
- Remote control
- License management
- Rapid remediation

### What is Unified Endpoint Management?

Unified Endpoint Management (UEM) provides a centralized console to monitor, manage, and secure endpoints regardless of operating system or location.

### Why is endpoint management important?

Endpoint management is crucial for maintaining organizational security and productivity. Admins can monitor and manage devices using tools like patch management, asset management, software deployment, [hardware inventory management](https://www.manageengine.com/products/desktop-central/hardware-inventory.html), reporting, and remote control.

### Endpoint Security vs Antivirus: Differentiating security solutions

Antivirus software eliminates existing malware. Endpoint security solutions proactively secure vulnerabilities across the network and patch systems to prevent breaches.