1. What is Bigfix?
Bigfix, formerly IBM Tivoli Endpoint Manager is software that runs on your computer and collects information on your computer. Bigfix collects hardware and software information to help the computer inventory devices that are attached to the network. Knowing what is attached to the UCSF network is essential to identify and resolve security vulnerabilities. At the UCSF, the recording of office computers and laptops connected to the network is accomplished by installing Bigfix.
2. Why do we need Bigfix?
Each commercial enterprise needs protection against security threats. One of the best ways to secure a commercial business is to apply better security to portholes, vulnerability points and ending points which, if left open, can create a large network disaster. IBM Bigfix is the most effective method for termination of termination points and critical management of commercial assets.
3. Will Bigfix cause my computer an evil? Will he uninstall one of my existing programs?
The BigFix client will not harm your PC or uninstall your applications. In a very small number of incidents, Bigfix can be incompatible with a demand and cause a minor problem. We will work with you to solve these problems if necessary.
4. Why does UCSF require the installation of Bigfix on all desktop computers and laptops on the network?
Having visibility in all network devices is essential to protect UCSF data and IT resources. This will provide UCSF a specific inventory of which devices are on the network, their status of corrective and to whom they belong. Unknown or unidentified devices on the UCSF network are a risk for all other peripherals in the UCSF network and will be subject to the abolition of the UCSF network.
5. What to expect after the installation of Bigfix?
The BigFix icon will appear on the Bac System (Windows) or (Mac OS X. The correction task is complete.
6. Who has access to the administrative orders of the BigFix system?
UCSF IT personnel designated have access to the administrators of Bigfix. All access to Bigfix and the actions carried out inside are recorded and regularly audited.
7. What processes are in place to prevent the unauthorized use of the BigFix system both internal and external users?
In accordance with the electronic communication policy of the University of California, the rights of administrators are limited to professional IT staff which follow the best practices of the industry for the administration of the system, including access to the minimum data to do their job. The BigFix system is housed in the data center with restricted physical access and continuous monitoring. Regular fixes are applied to ensure the integrity of the system. Access newspapers to administrators are examined regularly to guarantee appropriate access.
8. What is the difference between the Bigfix client and the scanner?
The Bigfix client is common for all IBM products based on the BigFix platform, and it is used to perform several tasks on the ending points. The Customer provides information on a set of computer properties such as the host name or the IP address, and it is a tool that is used to install the scanner on computers and manage the scanner via fixes. The scanner, on the other hand, is an independent component used by LMT / BFI. It collects information on hardware and software installed on computers in your infrastructure. Data which is then sent to the BigFix server can be imported on the LMT / BFI server.
9. What will he do with Bigfix on my server?
Bigfix will collect system configuration data such as the operating system, the CPU, the RAM, the hard drive space, the state of the patch and the list of local accounts on the server. Bigfix will not collect any data or personal information, such as browser history or user data, stored on the server. He will not install corrective or modify the files, without consulting the system owner. However, it reserves the right to disconnect servers from the network or install fixes if the system owner has not responded in a timely time.
10. What impact is the execution of Bigfix on my server has the system performance?
The default processor use settings are optimized to avoid using too much CPU on your server. You can expect the Bigfix customer to use at most 2% of the CPU, calculated on the basis of a single processor, so if you have several processors, the overall% of the CPU agent is considerably reduced.
11. What is the BigFix compatible with other processes / services that generally run on most servers?
Bigfix is a system for management of the system widely used with a proven recording so as not to interfere other server processes. The UCSF has experienced a bigfix race on tens of thousands of offices and hundreds of servers in recent years with a minimum of problems.
At Learnopoly, Finn has championed a mission to deliver unbiased, in-depth reviews of online courses that empower learners to make well-informed decisions. With over a decade of experience in financial services, he has honed his expertise in strategic partnerships and business development, cultivating both a sharp analytical perspective and a collaborative spirit. A lifelong learner, Finn’s commitment to creating a trusted guide for online education was ignited by a frustrating encounter with biased course reviews.
