What is the main purpose of Tanium Agents?

The main purpose of Tanium Agents is to gather and relay data to the Tanium Server. These agents are installed on endpoints and continuously collect data about various system attributes, performance metrics, and compliance statuses. This data is then sent back to the Tanium Server, facilitating real-time visibility into the organization's endpoints. This capability is crucial for effective endpoint management, allowing IT teams to make informed decisions based on accurate and timely information.

While other functions, such as installing software updates or managing user permissions, are critical tasks within IT operations, they are not the primary function of Tanium Agents. The security of network firewalls, similarly, is an important aspect of network security management, but it also falls outside the core responsibility of the Tanium Agents, which focus predominantly on data acquisition and reporting.