Systems Management Server (SMS) 2003 is Microsoft's centralized administration tool that IT departments use to remotely deploy applications, apply security patches, and provides hardware and software inventory management and asset control Each chapter is equipped with a duty and a framework for what will be achieved , along with the required functionality, a tool or script that is required, and the results of the ideal public environment is presented throughout the text to allow readers to become familiar with as they progress through the chapters tasks include standardizing and replicating Feature site settings, hardware and supplies software, software metering, reporting software updates, and troubleshooting