FC0-U71 Infrastructure Practice Question
A company issues smartphones to employees and needs to enforce security policies such as remote wipe and mandatory encryption. Which technology should the IT department implement?
⚠ Common exam trap
FC0-U71 often tests the confusion between MDM and VPN/antivirus, tricking candidates into picking a security tool that only addresses one aspect (malware or transit) instead of centralized device policy management.
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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MDM
Mobile Device Management (MDM) is the correct technology because it provides centralized policy enforcement for smartphones, including remote wipe, mandatory encryption, passcode requirements, and app management. MDM agents on the device check in with the MDM server (e.g., Intune, Jamf, Workspace ONE) and apply configuration profiles that enforce these controls. This directly matches the stated requirements.
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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Antivirus software
Why it's wrong here
Antivirus software detects and removes malicious code on a device; it cannot remotely wipe a lost handset or mandate encryption settings. It is tempting because endpoint protection is standard security practise, but centralised policy enforcement across issued smartphones requires mobile device management (MDM).
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VPN
Why it's wrong here
A VPN encrypts traffic in transit between a device and a private network; it cannot remotely wipe a handset or enforce at-rest device encryption. It is tempting because it secures remote connectivity, but policy enforcement on issued smartphones requires mobile device management (MDM).
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MDM
Why this is correct
MDM centrally enforces device policies such as mandatory encryption and remote wipe across enrolled smartphones. It satisfies the requirement to apply security controls to company-issued devices, unlike standalone antivirus or VPN tools that do not manage device configuration.
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Firewall
Why it's wrong here
A firewall filters network traffic by port, protocol and address; it cannot wipe a lost handset or enforce device encryption. It is tempting because firewalls are core perimeter security, but smartphone policy enforcement requires mobile device management (MDM).
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Last reviewed September 2026 · checked against the official CompTIA exam blueprint
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