MD-102 Protect devices Practice Question
Contoso uses Microsoft Defender for Endpoint on Windows servers. They need to ensure that antivirus definitions are always up-to-date even if the server is disconnected from the internet for extended periods. What should they configure?
⚠ Common exam trap
A common mix-up: candidates assume Intune or Windows Update for Business can handle offline updates, but both require internet connectivity, whereas a network file share is the only supported method for disconnected servers.
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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Configure a network file share as an internal update source for Microsoft Defender Antivirus
Microsoft Defender Antivirus supports using a network file share as an internal update source via Group Policy or Configuration Manager. This allows servers that are disconnected from the internet to receive definition updates from a local share, ensuring they remain up-to-date without external connectivity.
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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Enable Windows Update for Business group policy
Why it's wrong here
Windows Update requires internet connectivity.
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Use Intune to deliver definition updates
Why it's wrong here
Intune can update definitions but requires internet or connected cache.
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Configure a network file share as an internal update source for Microsoft Defender Antivirus
Why this is correct
Defender Antivirus supports internal file share for definition updates.
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Download definitions from Microsoft Update Catalog and install manually
Why it's wrong here
Manual updates are not automated and not scalable.
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Introduction to Endpoint Management in Microsoft 365
Key term
Configuration Manager
Configuration Manager is a systems management tool by Microsoft that helps IT administrators deploy software, enforce security policies, and manage devices across an organization.
Key term
Policy
A policy is a set of rules or guidelines that defines how an organization manages, secures, and operates its IT systems and services.
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