Patch Management groups

Introduction

Multiple groups can be created for a child point. A recommended group structure is Development, Test and Production. This will enable a structured procedure for update deployment.

For a group, it is possible to enable query-based membership.

Element	Description
Updates	Updates linked to the specific group is displayed under this element depending on their status.
Computers	Computers linked to the specific group is displayed under this element.
Categories	Categories linked to the specific group is displayed under this element. Clicking on one of the categories will display all the updates under the selected category which are linked to the group.
Classification	Classifications linked to the specific group is displayed under this element. Clicking on one of the classifications will display all the updates under the selected classification which are linked to the group.

Right-clicking on a patch management group gives you the following options:

Element	Description
Query-based membership	Configures query-based memberships of computers. Use query based membership to learn how.
Delete	Lets you delete the patch management group. You are asked to confirm this.