Private P2P Software Patching and Deployment
To minimize external bandwidth usage during third-party software patching and deployment, Action1 employs a proprietary peer-to-peer (P2P) file-sharing protocol that efficiently distributes updates and software downloads among endpoints within the same network. This approach makes Action1 a bandwidth-friendly cloud solution, allowing your organization to distribute updates at scale, reduce pressure on external bandwidth, and accelerate patch cycles—all without additional infrastructure. Keeping systems secure, updated, and aligned with your performance and productivity goals.
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Benefits of Action1 P2P Software Deployment
No On-Premises Infrastructure
Action1 does not necessitate deploying dedicated on-premises file distribution servers or appliances. Each Action1 agent serves as a distribution point in a fully symmetric manner, preventing a single point of failure in your software deployment or patching process.
Configuration
Private P2P patch distribution is always enabled—no setup needed. However, ensure ports 22551 (TCP) and 6771 (TCP and UDP) are locally open on your endpoints. Action1’s agent sets firewall rules automatically, but existing network policies could override them.
Reliability
To maximize reliability, Action1 stores a local cache of downloaded files and breaks them into smaller pieces. These fragments are shared across peer agents, which reassemble them from multiple sources to deliver dependable, incremental updates at scale.
Performance
Each agent has a maximum safety limit of 200 simultaneous incoming connections. Unique algorithm automatically redistributes peer connection distribution, and actual connection utilization rarely surpasses a fraction of the allowed maximum.
Windows Update Delivery Optimization
For distributing Windows updates, Action1 relies on Microsoft’s Windows Update Delivery Optimization technology. To avoid patch failures, review your Update Delivery Optimization configuration and make adjustments if necessary.
Why Customers Choose Action1
Patching without VPN
Patch remote and onsite endpoints with Action cloud-native platform. No company network or VPN connection required.
Ditch complexity
Start getting value in minutes, not hours or days. Deploy and patch software consistently without legacy technology, clunky integrations, or multiple consoles.
Avoid bandwidth issues
Deliver software updates faster and ensure network availability for critical applications with Action1’s P2P patch distribution capability.
Secure and trusted
Action1 is the only patch management solution with both SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001:2022 certifications.
Patch offline devices
Improve your patch success rates by automatically installing OS and application patches, as soon as endpoints that have been offline come back online.
See phenomenal ROI
No additional hardware or software to deploy. Get your first 200 endpoints free, with no strings attached. Scale up as needed at a flat per-endpoint price.
Capabilities of Action1 Patch Management and P2P Deployment
Patch, secure, and boost the productivity of all your endpoints using a single, user-friendly dashboard. With just a few clicks, you can automatically update your systems and immediately address software vulnerabilities or schedule deployments at your convenience to avoid downtime.
Automated OS and third-party patching
Forget about manual patching; instead, automate every step of the process. Keep your OSes and third-party applications current with the latest updates to prevent vulnerability exploitation.
SLA-based compliance dashboard
Action1 equips your IT team with real-time visibility of patch status across all of the endpoints connected to the organization’s network, no matter their location.
Missed schedule catch-up
Offline devices create security gaps in your infrastructure. Action1 automatically updates these endpoints once they reconnect to your network, ensuring comprehensive patch coverage.
Cloud-native architecture
Action1 is infinitely scalable, allowing you to expand from hundreds to hundreds of thousands of endpoints at a gradually decreasing per-endpoint cost as your company grows.
Benefits of Private P2P Software Update Management
Rapidly deploy OS and third-party patches without straining your bandwidth by using P2P distribution. Automate update management to eliminate manual, time-consuming patching—keeping every system up to date and secure while minimizing the risk of vulnerability exploitation.
Certifications and Compliance
Action1 adheres to globally recognized standards and regulations, underscoring our commitment to security:
SOC 2 Type II
ISO 27001
TX-RAMP
CSA
CISA Secure by Design
CAIQ
GDPR
Industry Awards
What Our Customers Say
First 200 endpoints are free forever: test as long as you want in your enterprise or use perpetually in your small business. Scale up at a simple, transparent and all-inclusive rate.
No hidden fees or nickel-and-diming for additional features (e.g. SSO).
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Frequently asked questions
What is private P2P software deployment and how does it differ from traditional patching methods?
Private P2P deployment enables endpoints on your network to share update files directly with each other, rather than each device downloading them separately. This approach eliminates the need for each endpoint pulling updates individually from external repositories; P2P distributes the bandwidth load locally, resulting in reduced WAN traffic and accelerated deployments across your organization’s network.
Is private P2P patching secure for enterprise environments, and how is data integrity ensured?
Yes, it’s fully secure. Action1 distributes updates from a private, trusted repository and verifies integrity through cryptographic validation. This approach avoids insecure third-party sources while protecting against tampered payloads and software supply chain attacks.
What are the advantages of using private P2P networks for deploying software updates across large or distributed teams?
P2P networks offer several key advantages for deploying software updates: reduced external bandwidth consumption, faster patch delivery across remote and on-premises endpoints, and, most importantly, you don’t need expensive cache servers anymore. By sharing update files locally, you maintain patching efficiency even when managing hundreds or hundreds of thousands of endpoints across multiple locations.
How can private P2P deployment reduce network load and improve patch delivery times?
P2P deployment reduces network load by downloading each update file only once per network segment, then distributing it locally between all your on-premises and remote endpoints. This way, large updates that typically strain bandwidth are shared efficiently across your network, resulting in faster deployment times and reduced infrastructure costs.
What are the best practices for setting up and managing a private P2P patching infrastructure?
Here are the best practices to ensure your private P2P patching infrastructure runs smoothly and securely across your organization’s network.
- Choose a solution with automated P2P configuration—no manual peer discovery or connection setup required.
- Organize endpoints into groups based on network proximity to optimize local sharing efficiency.
- Configure outbound-only firewall rules to enable secure peer connections without opening inbound ports.
- Monitor peer connection patterns and bandwidth distribution across network segments.
- Establish an automatic fallback to central repositories if P2P sharing fails.