A distribution point is a computer
designed to deliver binary files/packages to Configuration Manager
clients.
Important considerations when
deploying distribution points:
- Binary files include applications, operating system deployment images, boot images and software updates.
- In Configuration Manager, distribution points use a new storage format called the content library.
- The content library stores all content on the distribution point using single instance storage.
- The file is stored only once on the distribution point even if it is contained in multiple packages.
- It is considered only if there are limited number of users.
Considerations when installing a
secondary site:
- If there is no concern about network usage due to clients reporting status, inventory and discovery to their primary site location. In this case you would use a distribution point instead of secondary site.
- If there is a concern that client-side BITS does not provide enough bandwidth control for your WAN.