What is the Tanium Client?

The Tanium Client is an agent installed on endpoints that facilitates the communication between each individual device and the Tanium Server. Its primary role is to gather and relay data regarding the endpoint's status, configuration, software, and security posture back to the server. This data collection is critical because it allows organizations to monitor their systems in real time and manage them effectively. The client operates in a distributed manner, enabling fast data retrieval across a large number of devices, which contributes to the efficiency and scalability of the Tanium platform.

Other options do not accurately describe the Tanium Client: while a user interface for operators is essential for interaction with the Tanium system, it is fundamentally different from what the client does. A standalone device for observation and a backup system for servers do not pertain to the client's function, as the Tanium Client focuses on endpoint data collection and communication rather than external device functionality or server backup processes.