MD-102 Protect devices Practice Question
Which THREE components are essential for a Microsoft Defender for Endpoint deployment on Windows 10 devices? (Choose three.)
⚠ Common exam trap
Test-takers frequently assume a management agent like Intune is required for MDE deployment, but Microsoft explicitly lists only the sensor, antivirus, and cloud protection as essential components, with management being a separate configuration layer.
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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Cloud-delivered protection enabled
A is correct because cloud-delivered protection is a core component of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) that enables near-instant threat intelligence updates and behavioral analysis. Without it, the endpoint relies solely on local signatures, missing cloud-based machine learning and automated response capabilities. This setting is enforced via Group Policy or Intune to ensure real-time protection against emerging threats.
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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Cloud-delivered protection enabled
Why this is correct
Cloud protection provides real-time defense.
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Microsoft Defender for Endpoint sensor
Why this is correct
The sensor collects endpoint telemetry.
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Microsoft Defender Antivirus
Why this is correct
Antivirus is part of Defender for Endpoint.
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Microsoft Intune management agent
Why it's wrong here
Intune is optional; Defender can work with other management.
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Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise
Why it's wrong here
Office apps are not required for Defender for Endpoint.
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Introduction to Endpoint Management in Microsoft 365
Key term
Group Policy
Group Policy is a Windows-based feature that allows administrators to centrally manage and enforce settings for users and computers across an organization.
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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