Accurate Inventory Data
The most trusted data source for program identification during software audits are the audited programs themselves. K2 uses the unique identifier data embedded in each executable for the most accurate audit possible. By avoiding any dependence on the notoriously unreliable Add/Remove Programs registry values, K2 is able to deliver accurate audit data for the application executables that are actually installed. Time stamps for “last use” are also maintained directly by the K2 client without depending on the OS’s often unreliable record.

Simplified Program Classification
New in version 6.1, K2 automatically sorts and classifies programs neatly into predefined or custom categories. The correct categorization of programs then helps to make reporting and configuration of license management policies easier. You can examine the complete software profile of each each computer or you can limit the focus of reports to just those programs that interest you.

After Discovery, Take Action
KeyAuditor’s powerful discovery and recognition tools don’t stop with auditing. Drop-action folders, default and customizable filters, discovery rules, and applied “Actions” all work together to make your job easier. Once KeyAuditor has discovered the software installed on your organization’s computers, you can quickly sort and select the actions (Controlled, Logged, Audited, or Ignored) that you need to apply to each program.

Integrated Usage Details
Some IT asset managers only require software inventory data with last usage times, while others wish to include complete software usage histories in detailed reports. K2 satisfies both requirements with seamless integration of inventory, usage tracking, and license compliance. When both KeyServer and KeyAuditor functions are active, K2 integrates licensing and usage data with inventory data to provide a comprehensive, reliable source of information that you need to make intelligent purchasing and deployment decisions.

Essential Hardware Auditing
In addition to K2’s extensive software auditing and recognition capabilities, critical hardware information that is necessary for software deployment planning is also collected. K2 includes computer details like: manufacturer & model, operating system type, version & service pack, CPU type & clock-speed, RAM, disk space/free space, OEM & OS serial numbers, MAC address, and more. K2 also includes customizable fields for asset tag identification.

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