While the "Standard" edition is designed for smaller environments (under 10 workstations), it provides the essential tools for local "Frozen" and "Thawed" scheduling. 3. Key Enhancements in Version 8.60.020.5592
Faronics, a leading provider of endpoint security and management solutions, has released the latest version of its flagship product, Deep Freeze Standard. The new version, 8.60.020.5592, comes with a host of exciting features and enhancements to help organizations protect their endpoints and ensure business continuity.
Faronics Deep Freeze is a "reboot-to-restore" solution. It works by "freezing" your system configuration; any changes made during a session—whether files downloaded, settings changed, or malware contracted—are instantly wiped away upon restart, returning the PC to its original "Frozen" state.
This specific update focuses on stability, security patches, and seamless operating system updates. Faronics resolved previous issues related to Windows Update freezing and data corruption. Key Enhancements Deep Freeze Standard 8.60.020.5592 -Latest-
Multi-boot environment or cloned disk with same Deep Freeze ID. Solution: Use Deeploy.exe (on the installer ISO) to generate a new machine SID.
| Feature | Deep Freeze Std 8.60.020.5592 | Windows Unified Write Filter | Reboot Restore Rx Pro | |---------|-------------------------------|------------------------------|------------------------| | | Excellent (wizard-based) | Poor (requires DISM/XML) | Good | | Multiple drive support | Yes (up to 5 drives) | No (system drive only) | Yes | | Password recovery | No (feature) | Not applicable | Yes (vulnerability) | | Persistent folders | Yes (Thawspace) | Yes (through OSDisk) | No | | Updates while frozen | Yes (SmartPatch mode) | No | No | | Price | $$ | Free (Enterprise only) | $ | | Server OS support | Standard: No / Server edition: Yes | Yes | No |
Safely run untrusted software or experiment with system settings knowing a reboot clears everything. While the "Standard" edition is designed for smaller
: Lists version-specific fixes, enhancements, and known issues. Best Practices White Paper
: Retail displays, check-in kiosks, and internet cafes use the software to maintain a consistent user experience and prevent data theft.
Windows System Restore allows users to revert to previous restore points but does not prevent changes from being made in the first place. In contrast, Deep Freeze actively prevents any permanent modifications to protected drives by wiping all changes on each restart. Moreover, Deep Freeze operates at the kernel level and uses virtually no system resources, whereas System Restore can consume significant disk space and may not protect against all types of malware. The new version, 8
Even the best antivirus can miss a "zero-day" threat. With Deep Freeze, if a system becomes infected with ransomware or a virus, you don't need to run scanners or reimage the drive. You simply restart the machine, and the infection is wiped away. Eliminate "System Rot"
Hospital kiosks, nursing stations, and patient check-in terminals remain compliant with privacy regulations (such as HIPAA) by erasing local patient data caches upon logout or reboot.
This is particularly useful for complex software installations that require multiple restarts to complete.
The recommended workflow:
Computer labs in schools and universities use it to reset student workstations daily, removing downloaded malware, tracking cookies, and modified desktop backgrounds.