Which file is preferred for manually installing the ThreatLocker Agent?

The preferred file for manually installing the ThreatLocker Agent is the stub installer. The stub installer is a lightweight initial setup file designed to initiate the installation process while downloading the necessary components directly from the ThreatLocker servers. This approach ensures that the most current version of the agent is being installed, as opposed to relying on an already downloaded full installer that may be outdated.

The stub installer is favored in many deployment scenarios because it minimizes the initial download size, simplifying the installation process, especially in environments with bandwidth limitations. Once the stub installer is executed, it takes care of everything else needed to complete the installation by fetching the required files and dependencies dynamically.

Using a full installer would typically involve downloading all components in advance, potentially resulting in a larger file size and less flexibility. The configuration file is not intended for installation but rather for setting up or managing configurations post-installation. An update file is specifically meant for updating an already installed agent rather than for a fresh installation. Thus, the stub installer is the optimal choice for manual installation, ensuring efficiency and up-to-date installations of the ThreatLocker Agent.