CV0-004 Operations and Support Practice Question
A cloud administrator needs to apply security patches to a group of Windows servers during a maintenance window to minimize disruption. Which type of service should be used?
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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Patch automation service with maintenance window scheduling
Patch automation services allow administrators to define maintenance windows and automatically apply approved patches to managed instances, ensuring updates are applied with minimal disruption.
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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Vulnerability assessment service
Why it's wrong here
Inspector assesses vulnerabilities but does not apply patches.
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Configuration compliance service
Why it's wrong here
AWS Config evaluates resource configurations, not patching.
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Configuration management and automation service
Why it's wrong here
OpsWorks is a configuration management service, but not specifically for patching.
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Patch automation service with maintenance window scheduling
Why this is correct
Patch Manager is designed for automated patching with maintenance windows.
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