Facter
7.4#2 in system information softwareFree planFree planAPILinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
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Navrátil Software System Information
5.9#17 in system information softwareFree planFree planWindows
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| Fact | Facter | Navrátil Software System Information |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Facter is a command-line tool that gathers facts about systems, including hardware details, network settings, and operating system type and version. | NSSI reports an overview of important computer parameters and is described as useful for technicians, computer purchases or upgrades, and driver searches. |
Facter plans
- Puppet Core DeveloperFree
- Puppet Core CommercialPriced on request
- Puppet EnterprisePriced on request
- Puppet Enterprise AdvancedPriced on request
Navrátil Software System Information plans
- Navrátil Software System Information (NSSI)Free
Pick Facter if…
Facter suits system administrators and Puppet users who need system details available to manifests or infrastructure tools. Creating custom facts requires some familiarity with Ruby.
Pick Navrátil Software System Information if…
NSSI suits technicians and people checking a computer before purchase or upgrade, as well as users looking for drivers. Its ability to run without an operating system may suit offline diagnostics.