In simple English
Fleet helps you keep track of all the computers in your team. You can check if they have updates installed, lock them if they get lost, and push security rules. It works across Mac, Windows, and Linux. The base version is free, but you need a server to run it on.
What it is
Fleet is an open-source device management platform built with Go (a programming language created by Google for fast, reliable network services). It collects system data and lets you manage operating system settings from one place.
What it is good for
This is for system administrators and startup founders who need to secure employee laptops and meet security compliance rules without paying for expensive corporate software.
- Manages Mac, Windows, Linux, and mobile devices in one place.
- Uses standard configuration files so you can track changes with Git.
- Extensive documentation and an active community for help.
- Requires setting up and maintaining a dedicated server and database.
- Custom licence terms apply to certain enterprise features.
- High configuration complexity for single-person teams.
manual device setup and commercial mobile device management tools
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