- A
Set up a device compliance policy in Microsoft Purview to block non-compliant devices.
Why wrong: Microsoft Purview does not handle device compliance for access control; that is Intune's role.
- B
Create a Conditional Access policy in Microsoft Entra ID that requires device compliance, and assign the policy to the cloud app 'Office 365 Exchange Online'.
This correctly combines Intune compliance with Entra ID Conditional Access to block non-compliant devices.
- C
Configure a device filter in Exchange Online to block devices that are not managed by Intune.
Why wrong: Device filters in Exchange Online do not evaluate Intune compliance status.
- D
Deploy an email security policy via Intune to block access from non-compliant devices.
Why wrong: Intune email profiles do not enforce compliance-based access blocking.
Quick Answer
The correct answer is to create a Conditional Access policy in Microsoft Entra ID that requires device compliance and assign it to the cloud app Office 365 Exchange Online. This works because Conditional Access evaluates the device’s compliance status, which is determined by an Intune compliance policy, before granting access to corporate email—effectively blocking non-compliant Windows 11 devices from Outlook. On the MD-102 exam, this scenario tests your understanding of how Intune and Entra ID integrate for access control, often appearing as a trap where candidates confuse device filters or enrollment restrictions with compliance enforcement. A common mistake is choosing a device filter, but filters only target device attributes like OS version, not compliance state. Remember the pairing: Intune defines what “compliant” means, and Conditional Access enforces the block—think of it as a bouncer checking ID (compliance) before letting you into the Exchange Online club.
MD-102 Prepare infrastructure for devices Practice Question
This MD-102 practice question tests your understanding of prepare infrastructure for 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.
Your organization has Windows 11 devices used by remote employees. You need to ensure that only devices compliant with your security policies can access corporate email via Microsoft Outlook for Windows. What should you configure?
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
Create a Conditional Access policy in Microsoft Entra ID that requires device compliance, and assign the policy to the cloud app 'Office 365 Exchange Online'.
Conditional Access in Microsoft Entra ID can block access based on device compliance status. Intune compliance policies define the compliance requirements, and Conditional Access policies enforce the access control. Option A is correct. Option B is wrong because device filters don't check compliance. Option C is wrong because it doesn't enforce compliance. Option D is wrong because it's for device enrollment, not access control.
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.
- ✗
Set up a device compliance policy in Microsoft Purview to block non-compliant devices.
Why it's wrong here
Microsoft Purview does not handle device compliance for access control; that is Intune's role.
- ✓
Create a Conditional Access policy in Microsoft Entra ID that requires device compliance, and assign the policy to the cloud app 'Office 365 Exchange Online'.
Why this is correct
This correctly combines Intune compliance with Entra ID Conditional Access to block non-compliant devices.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
- ✗
Configure a device filter in Exchange Online to block devices that are not managed by Intune.
Why it's wrong here
Device filters in Exchange Online do not evaluate Intune compliance status.
- ✗
Deploy an email security policy via Intune to block access from non-compliant devices.
Why it's wrong here
Intune email profiles do not enforce compliance-based access blocking.
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 company's IT admin needs to give a contractor read-only access to production logs without sharing account credentials. Using role-based access control (RBAC) and temporary scoped permissions — not a permanent shared password — is the correct pattern. Questions like this test whether you can apply least-privilege access across cloud identity services.
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What does this MD-102 question test?
Prepare infrastructure for devices — This question tests Prepare infrastructure for devices — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Create a Conditional Access policy in Microsoft Entra ID that requires device compliance, and assign the policy to the cloud app 'Office 365 Exchange Online'. — Conditional Access in Microsoft Entra ID can block access based on device compliance status. Intune compliance policies define the compliance requirements, and Conditional Access policies enforce the access control. Option A is correct. Option B is wrong because device filters don't check compliance. Option C is wrong because it doesn't enforce compliance. Option D is wrong because it's for device enrollment, not access control.
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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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