220-1102 Operating Systems Practice Question
A small business owner wants to deploy Windows 10 on several new computers and needs to ensure all devices can be managed via Group Policy. Which edition of Windows 10 should they purchase?
⚠ Common exam trap
A common mix-up: candidates assume all Windows 10 editions include Group Policy support because the Local Group Policy Editor (gpedit.msc) is often associated with Windows, but it is only available in Pro, Enterprise, and Education editions, not Home.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Windows 10 Pro
Windows 10 Pro includes the Group Policy Management Console and the ability to join a domain, which are prerequisites for applying Group Policy Objects (GPOs) from a central server. Windows 10 Home lacks these features, making it impossible to manage devices via Group Policy in a domain environment.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Windows 10 Home
Why it's wrong here
Windows 10 Home lacks the Group Policy Editor (gpedit.msc) and cannot be joined to an Active Directory or Microsoft Entra ID domain, so you cannot apply centralized, domain-based policies. Although the tool can be manually copied to Home, the underlying Group Policy client services are disabled, making GPO application unreliable. Home also omits BitLocker full-disk encryption and a Remote Desktop host, leaving small businesses without essential manageability and security controls.
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Windows 10 Pro
Why this is correct
Windows 10 Pro is the correct edition for a small business because it includes the Group Policy Editor, domain/company join, BitLocker, and Remote Desktop host capabilities. It allows administrators to centrally configure security and deployment settings via Local Group Policy or domain Group Policy Objects. Pro is available through retail, OEM, and volume licensing channels, making it the most practical and cost-effective edition for small business deployments needing manageability features.
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Windows 10 Enterprise
Why it's wrong here
Windows 10 Enterprise includes Group Policy and adds advanced security tools like DirectAccess, AppLocker, and Credential Guard, but it requires a Microsoft volume licensing agreement and is sold per-device with significant minimums. For a small business with only several new PCs, Pro already delivers the core manageability and encryption features needed; Enterprise licensing costs and complexity are disproportionate. It is therefore not the best choice when Pro meets all the stated requirements.
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Windows 10 Education
Why it's wrong here
Windows 10 Education provides Pro/Enterprise-level features including Group Policy, but its licensing terms restrict use to academic institutions, faculty, and students in qualified K-12 and higher-education environments. Using Education edition in a commercial small business violates Microsoft licensing and is not available through normal retail or OEM channels. Thus, despite its similar feature set, it is inappropriate for a small business owner purchasing Windows 10 for business use.
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Key term
Windows
Windows is a family of operating systems developed by Microsoft that manages computer hardware and software, providing a graphical user interface for users to interact with their devices.
Key term
Windows 10
Windows 10 is a personal computer operating system developed by Microsoft that combines the familiarity of Windows 7 with the modern features of Windows 8, designed to run on a wide range of devices from desktops to tablets.
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