MD-102 Protect devices Practice Question
A hospital uses Intune to manage Windows 10 devices used by doctors. The devices should automatically install critical updates from Windows Update for Business. Which type of policy should the administrator create?
⚠ Common exam trap
It's easy for candidates to confuse 'Device configuration profile (Update settings)' with the correct answer, because both can manage update behavior, but Update rings are the modern, recommended method in Intune for Windows 10 update management, while the legacy Update settings profile is deprecated and lacks features like pause and deferral granularity.
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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Update rings for Windows 10
Update rings for Windows 10 are the correct policy type in Intune to manage when and how Windows 10 devices receive updates from Windows Update for Business. This policy allows you to configure deferral periods, pause updates, and set the update behavior (e.g., automatic installation of critical updates) without requiring on-premises WSUS or manual approval.
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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Device compliance policy
Why it's wrong here
Compliance policies verify device settings, not manage updates.
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App protection policy
Why it's wrong here
App protection policies are for app-level data protection, not OS updates.
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Update rings for Windows 10
Why this is correct
Update rings configure Windows Update for Business settings, including automatic installation.
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Device configuration profile (Update settings)
Why it's wrong here
Configuration profiles can update settings, but update rings are preferred for Windows Update for Business.
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Enrolling Devices with Microsoft Intune
Key term
Intune
Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based service that helps organizations manage their users' devices and applications, ensuring security and compliance without needing to own or control the physical hardware.
Key term
Windows 10
Windows 10 is a personal computer operating system developed by Microsoft that combines the familiarity of Windows 7 with the modern features of Windows 8, designed to run on a wide range of devices from desktops to tablets.
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