A team member asked for help in decreasing Windows logon time and requested any blogs or recommendations related to this issue. @member advised that the logon process for physical devices may be affected by AppX packages, but shared tips for optimizing logon duration in VDI environments. ControlUp's Analyze Logon Duration script can also be used for physical devices. Team members shared several links and resources for optimizing logon duration and dealing with AppX packages. Logon time is a key metric in VDI environments and AppX load times can be a bottleneck.
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ControlUp for Desktops Training & Support Archives
ControlUp for Desktops (Edge-DX) training and support-related archives from inside the ControlUp Community on Slack.
Plans for Windows ARM Processor Agent for Edge Dx?
A user asked about plans for a Windows ARM processor agent for Edge Dx. Another user confirmed that it is currently possible to run it on Windows 11 with x64 Wow. The first user asked for the download, and was advised to use the regular Windows download and run it in compatibility mode.
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Consistency in ControlUp DEX UI
A user suggests a more consistent UI in ControlUp's DEX, such as using consistent terms and bread crumbs for device navigation. Another user clarifies the difference between devices and details in each product. A screenshot comparison is shared.
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Triggers For Scheduled User Scripts in ControlUp
A user asked if it's possible to make a user script trigger once per day. Another user answered that there is an option for scheduled triggers in the configuration console. However, they also clarified that this might not be possible for scripts within Edge. A request for adding a scheduler for specific system scripts was mentioned. The original user apologized for the real-time distraction while answering from their phone. The discussion concluded with understanding and humor.
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Improving Orchestration Capabilities: Suggestions for ControlUp’s Script and Alert Libraries
A user inquired about a data index in EDGE DX that would show the missing patch count per user/device. Another user suggests calculating this through external data manipulation. The graph on the Device Averages - Most Missing Patches view is calculated on the fly based on data in the builtin_missing_patches index. The first user wanted this information for an alert, which prompted suggestions for using the existing alert template library and providing feedback to improve orchestration capabilities. It was also suggested to create an alert library for easy import and customization. There are plans to improve scripting and alerting capabilities.
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ControlUp Remote Shell Screen Discussion
A discussion took place about the remote shell screen in ControlUp - one user suggested adding an option for customizing the screen size. It was mentioned that the screen size can be adjusted through resolution or using the zoom button. The function works well with remote control from Mac to Windows or Linux, and also from Windows to macOS. However, some users experienced a fixed screen size depending on their resolution.
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SecureDX and the Detection of Stolen Citrix Session Cookies
A discussion was had about the possibility of using SecureDX to kill Citrix sessions that showed indicators of being accessed through stolen Netscaler cookies. The group explored different potential solutions, including Citrix Security Analytics and potential AI-based solutions being looked into by ControlUp in the future. They also discussed the potential of using the ControlUp client to detect and flag unauthorized access. No clear solution was found, but the potential for future developments in this area was identified.
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How to Check for Affected Devices with ControlUp’s Bash Script
ControlUp shared a simple bash script for checking the XZ Utils version on devices and determining if it is affected by CVE-2024-3094. Resources and further information on this topic were provided. The shared script also includes an event script for checking the version on devices. Some discussion and referenced sources were also provided. Find the script for checking for affected devices at https://x.com/wdormann/status/1774221251931742706?s=46&t=gdqbN_60lboMJbaqr16mcw. The index script can be found in the thread below the original post.
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Troubleshooting Session Processes in ControlUp’s DEX and Solve Interfaces
Users discussed an issue where session processes were not visible in ControlUp's DEX and Solve interfaces. One user suggested opening a ticket and another discovered a workaround to use the Legacy reports to access the missing slider. The issue may be related to the new data pipeline. A user jokingly suggested starting a support group for those struggling with the RealTimeConsole.
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Understanding “Legal Duration” in Login Capacity
A user asked about the meaning of "legal duration". This topic was discussed in the article linked and further clarified by Trentent. It was also mentioned that the discussion was in the wrong channel.
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