MD-102 Manage applications Practice Question
You are an administrator for a company that uses Microsoft Intune to manage Windows 10 devices. You need to deploy a new version of an internal line-of-business (LOB) app to all users. The app is packaged as an .msi file. What is the simplest way to deploy this app using Intune?
⚠ Common exam trap
The trap here is overcomplicating the deployment by assuming you need to repackage the MSI, when Intune natively supports MSI uploads.
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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Upload the .msi file as a line-of-business app in Intune.
Intune's line-of-business app type supports direct upload of .msi files, automatically handling installation and detection. This is the simplest and most efficient method for deploying an MSI package, as it requires minimal configuration and leverages Intune's built-in app management capabilities.
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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Upload the .msi file as a line-of-business app in Intune.
Why this is correct
Intune supports direct upload of .msi files as line-of-business apps. This method is straightforward: you select the .msi file, configure the app information, and assign it to users or devices. Intune handles the installation silently, making it the simplest approach for MSI deployment.
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Create a PowerShell script that installs the .msi, and deploy the script as a platform script.
Why it's wrong here
Platform scripts are intended for configuration tasks, not application deployment. While you could script the installation, it lacks app management features like detection and reporting. The LOB app method is designed for this purpose and provides better tracking.
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Convert the .msi to a .intunewin file using the Microsoft Win32 Content Prep Tool, then upload as a Win32 app.
Why it's wrong here
While this works, it adds an unnecessary step. The Win32 Content Prep Tool is required for .exe or complex installers, but for a simple .msi, Intune can handle it directly. Using the tool increases complexity without benefit.
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Package the .msi into an .appx file and deploy as a Microsoft Store app.
Why it's wrong here
Converting an MSI to an APPX is not a supported or practical method. APPX is for Universal Windows Platform apps, and this conversion would likely fail or produce an unsupported package. Intune's LOB app deployment is the correct path.
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Key term
Line-of-business app
A line-of-business app is a software application that is essential for running a specific core business process, such as accounting, inventory management, or customer relationship management.
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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