FC0-U71 Applications and Software Practice Question
A technician is deploying a software update to 200 computers in a domain. To avoid user interaction, which installation method should be used?
⚠ Common exam trap
FC0-U71 often tests the distinction between deployment methods that scale unattended (silent) versus those that inherently require a human (interactive, manual, or app store), so candidates who focus on 'installing software' rather than 'no user interaction' pick the wrong option.
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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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Silent installation
A silent installation runs the installer with no user prompts or UI, using switches such as /quiet or /qn (MSI) or /S (setup.exe), which is essential when pushing an update to 200 domain machines via Group Policy, SCCM, or a similar deployment tool. Because no interaction is required, the update can run unattended across all endpoints simultaneously.
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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Silent installation
Why this is correct
Silent installation runs the update package with unattended switches, suppressing all prompts and dialogue boxes, so deployment to 200 domain computers proceeds without any user interaction. This directly satisfies the stem's requirement to avoid user involvement across the fleet, unlike interactive methods that halt pending input.
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App store installation
Why it's wrong here
App store installation requires each user to browse, authenticate and confirm the download on their own device, so 200 machines still need individual interaction. It is tempting because it centralises distribution and patching, and would suit consumer devices or BYOD where users install software themselves.
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Interactive installation
Why it's wrong here
Interactive installation prompts the user for choices such as destination folder and licence acceptance, so every one of the 200 machines needs someone present. It is tempting because it gives control over options, and would be correct for a single workstation where the user wants to customise the setup.
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Manual installation
Why it's wrong here
Manual installation means a technician visits each machine and runs the installer, which multiplies effort across 200 computers and still involves local interaction. It is tempting for small numbers where control matters, and would be correct for one or two machines needing bespoke configuration.
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