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Introduction to Zem Cloud

Welcome to Zem Cloud, the modern MDM platform designed for hobbyists who run Ubuntu endpoints. This guide will help you get up and running quickly.

What is Zem Cloud?

Zem Cloud is a cloud-based Mobile Device Management (MDM) platform specifically designed for Ubuntu endpoints. Whether you're managing a home lab, a small cluster of development machines, or a collection of IoT devices, Zem Cloud provides the tools you need to keep everything organized, up-to-date, and secure.

Key Features

  • Central Management - Manage all your Ubuntu endpoints from a single dashboard
  • Automatic Updates - Schedule and deploy system updates automatically
  • User Management - Add, remove, lock, and unlock users across endpoints
  • Real-time Monitoring - View disk space, system status, and more
  • Secure by Design - All traffic over HTTPS, no open ports required

Quick Start

Getting started with Zem Cloud takes just a few minutes:

1

Create your account

Sign up for a free 30-day trial. No credit card required.

2

Install the agent

Run our simple one-liner command on your Ubuntu endpoint.

curl -sSL https://install.zemcloud.com | sudo bash
3

Start managing

Your endpoint will appear in the dashboard immediately. Start scheduling updates, managing users, and more.

Requirements

Zem Cloud supports Ubuntu endpoints with the following requirements:

  • Ubuntu 20.04 LTS or later
  • Outbound HTTPS access (port 443)
  • Sudo privileges for initial installation
  • Minimum 50MB available disk space

Next Steps