Plugins4Automate has just dropped a major update to their Habitat plugin—and it’s a game-changer for MSPs and IT pros using ConnectWise Automate. The latest release introduces Chocolatey integration, Windows Defender management, and VMware ESX health monitoring, all bundled with unlimited agent support.
Chocolatey Integration: Automate Software Deployment Like a Pro
Chocolatey, the popular Windows package manager, is now baked into Habitat. This means you can:
- Deploy and update software across endpoints with ease
- Tap into Chocolatey’s vast repository of packages
- Automate app installs during onboarding or remediation workflows
No more manual installs or clunky scripts—Habitat now handles it all natively.
Windows Defender Management: Security at Scale
Habitat’s new Defender module gives you centralized control over Windows Defender settings across your fleet. You can:
- Enable/disable Defender
- Configure scan schedules
- Monitor protection status and threat history
This is a huge win for MSPs looking to enforce consistent endpoint security policies without jumping through hoops.
VMware ESX Health Monitoring: Keep Your Hosts Happy
The update also introduces ESX host health checks, allowing you to:
- Monitor CPU, memory, and disk usage
- Track uptime and performance metrics
- Get alerts for degraded or offline hosts
Whether you’re managing a few ESX servers or an entire virtual infrastructure, Habitat now gives you the visibility you need.
Unlimited Agents Included
Best of all, this update includes unlimited agent support—no per-agent fees or licensing headaches. Just install and scale.
Why This Matters
Habitat continues to evolve into a must-have automation toolkit for ConnectWise Automate users. With Chocolatey, Defender, and ESX support now in the mix, it’s easier than ever to streamline software deployment, enforce security, and monitor infrastructure—all from one plugin.
Ready to upgrade your automation game? Check out the full announcement on Plugins4Automate.
