Apple Remote Desktop 3.9 retains all the powerful administrative tools built into the Apple Remote Desktop ecosystem : What's new in Apple Remote Desktop
Apple Remote Desktop (ARD) 3.9 is a significant update to Apple's macOS management software, introduced to improve security, reliability, and modern hardware compatibility. While primarily used by IT administrators and educators for managing large fleets of Macs, version 3.9 brought several quality-of-life improvements for smaller networks as well. Key Features of Version 3.9 Apple Remote Desktop 3.9
: A new toolbar item allows you to use a high-visibility "Assistance Cursor" to point at specific items on a remote user’s screen, making remote support and training more intuitive. Apple Remote Desktop 3
: Admins can connect to Macs running older versions of the ARD client without manually toggling security settings, provided the admin app is on version 3.9.2 or later. Core Functionality : Admins can connect to Macs running older
: You can now export your entire computer list, including saved credentials, into an encrypted archive. This makes it easy to move your management setup to another Mac without re-entering passwords.