PDQ Deploy and PDQ Inventory stand out as robust enterprise-level IT solutions, designed to streamline software deployments and asset management across extensive networks. These tools are particularly beneficial for IT administrators tasked with overseeing large-scale environments. For those unfamiliar with PDQ, PDQ Deploy simplifies the software distribution process, while PDQ Inventory offers comprehensive tracking, monitoring, and management of both hardware and software assets.
For users operating on Windows 10 or 11, the most straightforward method to install PDQ is through the Windows package manager, Winget. This command-line tool allows for the installation of various packages without the need to navigate to individual websites, saving valuable time and ensuring that the latest versions are installed with minimal effort.
Prerequisites:
- Users must be on Windows 10 or 11 to utilize the Package Manager – Winget.
- Access to the Command terminal with Administrative privileges is required.
Step 1: Verify Winget Installation
To begin, right-click on the Start button on your Windows 11 or 10 operating system and select “PowerShell (Admin)” or “Terminal (Admin).” Next, confirm that Winget is installed by executing the following command:
wingetIf Winget is present, the command output will display its help menu, confirming its availability on your system.
Step 2: Search for PDQ Packages in Winget
With Winget confirmed, it’s time to search for PDQ tools within its repository. Use the following command to list all available PDQ software:
winget search PDQStep 3: Install PDQ Deploy Using Winget
Once you have verified the availability of PDQ Deploy, proceed with the installation by entering the following command. This will initiate the automatic download and installation of PDQ Deploy:
winget install PDQ.PDQDeployStep 4: Install PDQ Inventory Using Winget
Following the successful installation of PDQ Deploy, you can similarly install PDQ Inventory. Enter the command below, and Winget will take care of the download and installation process:
winget install PDQ.PDQInventoryStep 5: Confirm Installation
After executing the commands from Steps 3 and 4, PDQ Deploy and Inventory should now be available on your system. You can launch them directly from the Start Menu. To verify the installed versions, use the following command:
winget list PDQStep 6: Keeping PDQ Updated
To ensure that PDQ applications remain up to date, users can easily run the following command periodically to upgrade PDQ Deploy:
winget upgrade PDQ.PDQDeployFor PDQ Inventory, the command is:
winget upgrade PDQ.PDQInventoryUninstallation
If you need to remove any of the applications installed through Winget, simply use the following commands:
winget uninstall PDQ.PDQDeploywinget uninstall PDQ.PDQInventoryUtilizing Winget for the installation of PDQ Deploy and PDQ Inventory offers a streamlined, command-line approach to managing essential IT tools efficiently.
