What is the main difference between a Static Group and a Smart Group?

The main difference between a Static Group and a Smart Group lies in how they manage device membership. A Static Group consists of devices that are manually added by an administrator, meaning that the group does not change unless the administrator modifies it directly. This makes Static Groups ideal for scenarios where a consistent set of devices needs to be managed without fluctuations or automatic updates.

On the other hand, a Smart Group is dynamically updated based on criteria set by the administrator. This means that as devices meet or no longer meet the specified criteria, they can automatically be added to or removed from the Smart Group. This functionality allows Smart Groups to maintain current and relevant memberships without requiring manual intervention, which can greatly enhance efficiency in managing devices in a changing environment.

This distinction highlights the operational differences and use cases for each group type, emphasizing the flexibility and automation provided by Smart Groups compared to the manual nature of Static Groups.