The answer is an Update ring for Windows 10 policy. This is the correct choice because update rings are the dedicated Intune policy for configuring Windows Update for Business settings, enabling you to define how and when devices receive automatic critical updates, including deferral periods and installation deadlines. On the Microsoft 365 Endpoint Administrator MD-102 exam, this question tests your ability to distinguish between policy types: while compliance policies only check device health and configuration profiles can set some update settings, update rings are the recommended, purpose-built method for managing Windows 10 updates at scale. A common trap is confusing configuration profiles with update rings, but remember that update rings provide centralized control over update deferrals and automatic installation behavior. Memory tip: think of an "update ring" as a direct channel to Windows Update for Business—it’s the only policy type designed specifically to ring in automatic critical updates.
MD-102 Protect devices Practice Question
This MD-102 practice question tests your understanding of protect devices. This is a configuration task: choose the command set that satisfies every stated requirement. Small differences — like 'secret' vs 'password' or 'transport input ssh' vs 'all' — change whether the answer is correct. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
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?
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
The correct answer is Update ring policy. Option A is incorrect because compliance policies do not manage updates. Option B is incorrect because configuration profiles can set update settings but update rings are the recommended method. Option D is incorrect because application protection policies are for mobile app management.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
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.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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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.
Common exam traps
Common exam trap: answer the scenario, not the keyword
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
How to think about this question
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
KKey Concepts to Remember
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Find the constraint that changes the correct option.
Eliminate answers that are true in general but not in this case.
Use explanations to understand the rule behind the answer.
TExam Day Tips
→Underline the problem statement mentally.
→Watch for words such as best, first, most likely and least administrative effort.
→Review why wrong options are wrong, not only why the correct option is correct.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
How this comes up in practice
A cloud solutions architect for a retail company is evaluating services for a new workload. The correct answer here reflects best practice for the specific scenario described — not a general cloud recommendation. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. Cloud exam questions reward reading the constraint carefully: the same technology can be right or wrong depending on the use case.
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Concepts from this question explained
These glossary pages explain the core terms tested in this MD-102 question in full detail.
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Protect devices — This question tests Protect devices — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Update rings for Windows 10 — The correct answer is Update ring policy. Option A is incorrect because compliance policies do not manage updates. Option B is incorrect because configuration profiles can set update settings but update rings are the recommended method. Option D is incorrect because application protection policies are for mobile app management.
What should I do if I get this MD-102 question wrong?
Identify which MD-102 exam domain this question belongs to, then review the specific concept being tested. Practise related questions in that domain and focus on understanding why each wrong answer is tempting — not just why the correct answer is right.
What is the key concept behind this question?
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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