Getting Started

This book is based on the same criteria used for Apple’s official training course, Mac OS X Deployment v10.5. This book focuses on solutions for deploying software, ranging from the installation of individual files to the deployment of complete system images to multiple computers. You will apply what you’ve learned to create a full deployment plan that includes testing, hardware and software deployment, auditing, and maintenance.

The book also teaches you how to create a tiered Software Update server solution, as well as about third-party solutions to supplement tools provided by Apple. You will get step-by-step instructions for using tools such as Apple Remote Desktop, Disk Utility, PackageMaker, and System Image Utility, and become acquainted with the pros and cons of each for different deployment situations.