How are Tanium questions executed across endpoints?

Tanium questions are designed to be executed in parallel across all endpoints. This parallel execution is a key feature of the Tanium platform, allowing it to quickly gather and process data from a large number of endpoints simultaneously. By leveraging this capability, organizations can achieve rapid visibility into their IT environments, making it possible to manage and respond to issues in real-time.

Executing questions sequentially would significantly delay data collection, making it impractical for environments that require timely insights. Limiting execution to only stable connections or off-peak hours would also hinder the effectiveness and efficiency of Tanium, as it would reduce the number of endpoints that can be queried and extend the necessary time for data collection across an organization. The design choice for parallel execution supports the platform’s goal of providing comprehensive and timely data across an entire network.