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FC0-U71 Network-based deployment Practice Question
A company is deploying a custom application to 500 employees. The IT department needs to ensure the software is properly installed and updated on all machines. Which deployment method is most efficient?
⚠ Common exam trap
The trap is that candidates may think email is efficient because it seems simple and uses existing infrastructure. However, for 500 employees, email is insecure, may be blocked by attachments, and provides no centralized management. The question emphasizes 'most efficient' in terms of scalability and manageability, which network-based deployment provides.
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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Network-based automated deployment
Network-based automated deployment, is the most efficient method for deploying a custom application to 500 employees. This method allows IT to centrally distribute the software via tools like Group Policy or SCCM, ensuring consistent installation and easy updates across all machines. Manual installation (B) is time-consuming, email attachment (C) is insecure and unreliable for large numbers, and user download (D) lacks control and scalability. Network-based deployment is the standard for enterprise environments.
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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Network-based automated deployment
Why this is correct
Correct. Network-based automated deployment is the most efficient for 500 employees as it allows IT to centrally manage installation and updates, ensuring consistency and reducing manual effort.
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Manual installation via USB
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Manual installation via USB is time-consuming, prone to error, and not scalable for 500 employees.
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Email attachment of installer
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Emailing the installer is insecure (viruses, size limits), lacks control, and is not a professional method for large-scale deployment.
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Allow users to download from website
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect. Allowing users to download from a website gives up control, may lead to inconsistent installations, and relies on user initiative.
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