Before distributing software packages by using Configuration Manager 2007, review the concepts for software distribution and collections (including maintenance windows), configure the software distribution components and infrastructure, and ensure that you have collections to support the software distribution requirements of your enterprise.

The following sections provide information about getting started, procedures for configuring and using software distribution, and information about how to troubleshoot software distribution.

Getting Started

Tasks

The following topics provide information about the procedures for configuring and using software distribution:

Troubleshooting

For software distribution troubleshooting information, see Troubleshooting Software Distribution.