FC0-U71 Applications and Software Practice Question
An IT administrator needs to install software on multiple company computers without user interaction. Which installation method should the administrator use?
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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Silent installation
Silent installation runs the installer without displaying any prompts or requiring user input, ideal for automated deployments. App store installation typically requires user interaction, interactive installation requires clicks, and network installation may still involve prompts.
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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App store installation
Why it's wrong here
App store installation usually requires the user to initiate and confirm the installation.
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Interactive installation
Why it's wrong here
Interactive installation requires user input during the process.
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Network installation
Why it's wrong here
Network installation may still require user interaction or configuration.
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Silent installation
Why this is correct
Silent installation runs without user interaction, perfect for automated deployment.
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Variation 1. A technician needs to install software on 50 company computers without user interaction. Which installation method should be used?
medium- A.Manual installation
- B.Installation from an app store
- ✓ C.Silent installation
- D.Trial installation
Why C: Silent installation runs without prompts, suitable for automated deployments.
Variation 2. A technician is deploying a software update to 200 computers in a domain. To avoid user interaction, which installation method should be used?
medium- ✓ A.Silent installation
- B.App store installation
- C.Interactive installation
- D.Manual installation
Why A: Silent installation runs without requiring user input, ideal for automated deployments. Interactive installers require user clicks, and app stores usually involve user interaction.
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