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OCS Inventory NG

Open Source

Comprehensive open-source IT asset and license management solution.

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4.6 Editor Rating
Vetted Score
4.6 / 5.0

Scored 4.6/5 due to its robust open-source feature set, cross‑platform agents, and active community, though UI polish lags behind commercial rivals.

Key Features
Automated Inventory Collection

Deploy agents to automatically gather hardware, software, and license data across the network.

Web-Based Management Console

Centralized dashboard for real-time asset tracking, reporting, and license compliance.

Extensible Plugin Architecture

Add custom modules for specialized reporting, integration with CMDBs, or third‑party tools.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the core software is free and released under the GPL, with no licensing fees.

Agents are available for Windows, Linux, and macOS, allowing inventory of most desktop environments.

It tracks installed software and can generate reports to help verify license usage against purchased counts.
Specifications
Pricing Model 100% Free and Open Source; paid support and enterprise services are available for larger deployments.
Supported Platforms
Linux ServerWindows ClientLinux ClientmacOS Client