LINDON — Altiris Inc. said Wednesday it has completed its acquisition of privately held Pedestal Software, which specializes in security software.

Lindon-based Altiris said earlier that the deal would involve $65 million in cash for all outstanding shares of Pedestal. Altiris, which specializes in computer system management software, will assume Pedestal options.

Pedestal, which is based in Newton, Mass., has about 50 employees.

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