Macs finally super compatible corporate computers

[tmanto02]

I've just started a new job and they've supplied me with the latest dell tablet pc, screen, and USB 3 docking station. It was so refreshing when I realised I could simply power down the PC, plug my Macbook straight into the docking station and use my Mac instead. With the help of Microsoft Office 365 I can access our file system and work completely from my mac.

I never thought i'd see the day when a Mac computer was compatible with a Dell docking station, and also work seamlessly in a Microsoft environment!

 

[maflynn]

The issue is, that Macs are not supported/patched or controlled by IS, and that's where it falls down. Getting on the network is one thing, ensuring the security and integrity of the network is another.

In my company we require macs to run certain applications/software that permits the IS department to manage the hardware and log in as administrator as required.

 

[eltoslightfoot]

The issue is, that Macs are not supported/patched or controlled by IS, and that's where it falls down. Getting on the network is one thing, ensuring the security and integrity of the network is another.

In my company we require macs to run certain applications/software that permits the IS department to manage the hardware and log in as administrator as required.

Right. I can't imagine they will let this go on in the long term. Not enough control. No group policies, etc. Unless it is an organization like IBM where they allow either Macs or Windows.

 

[jerryk]

I've just started a new job and they've supplied me with the latest dell tablet pc, screen, and USB 3 docking station. It was so refreshing when I realised I could simply power down the PC, plug my Macbook straight into the docking station and use my Mac instead. With the help of Microsoft Office 365 I can access our file system and work completely from my mac.

I never thought i'd see the day when a Mac computer was compatible with a Dell docking station, and also work seamlessly in a Microsoft environment!

Dell USB C docks have been popular with all sorts of users regardless of the laptop brand. They are work well and show off the promise of USB-C and ThunderBolt 3.

 

[tmanto02]

The issue is, that Macs are not supported/patched or controlled by IS, and that's where it falls down. Getting on the network is one thing, ensuring the security and integrity of the network is another.

In my company we require macs to run certain applications/software that permits the IS department to manage the hardware and log in as administrator as required.

They helped me set it up. Installed their supported antivirus, VPN for out of office access and Citrix for legacy applications. Helps buddying up with IT

 

[chrfr]

Right. I can't imagine they will let this go on in the long term. Not enough control. No group policies, etc. Unless it is an organization like IBM where they allow either Macs or Windows.

IBM isn't the only company that has an infrastructure to support Macs.

 

[jerryk]

Far sighted IT departments don't lock down users to brand X or Brand Y computers. Several of the companies I work with have a Bring You Own Device attitude because their workforce is mobile and transient. They manage security issues via apps, services, and other restrictions.

 

[Thysanoptera]

Dell USB C docks have been popular with all sorts of users regardless of the laptop brand. They are work well and show off the promise of USB-C and ThunderBolt 3.

The Dell Thunderbolt dock TB16, their flagship dock, doesn't work with Macs though, blacklisted by Apple in MacOS. You have to disable SIP, load a modified kext and even then the display ports don't work, but at least you have USB/Network working and can charge Macbook with it.

 

[pshufd]

The issue is, that Macs are not supported/patched or controlled by IS, and that's where it falls down. Getting on the network is one thing, ensuring the security and integrity of the network is another.

In my company we require macs to run certain applications/software that permits the IS department to manage the hardware and log in as administrator as required.

That's what they do where I work as well. Personal systems have to accept administrator access too.

 

[northernmunky]

I work in a company that uses a 50/50 mix of Macs and PC's. We use JAMF to manage the Macs and it really does make deployment and control incredibly easy. I can batch deploy applications, patches, block software, run scripts on logon etc.