MD-102 Manage applications Practice Question
You are an endpoint administrator for a company that uses Microsoft Intune. You need to deploy Microsoft 365 Apps to Windows devices. The company requires that the apps update automatically from the Office CDN and that users cannot modify the update channel. Which method should you use?
⚠ Common exam trap
The trap here is assuming that any deployment method that installs Microsoft 365 Apps will also provide the necessary update control, when only the built-in app type does.
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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Deploy Microsoft 365 Apps using the Microsoft 365 Apps app type in Intune and configure update settings in the app suite configuration.
The Microsoft 365 Apps app type in Intune is designed specifically for deploying and managing Microsoft 365 Apps. It includes options to set the update channel and enforce automatic updates from the Office CDN, and it allows you to prevent users from changing these settings. This is the most efficient and supported method.
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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Deploy Microsoft 365 Apps using the Microsoft Store app (new) and configure automatic updates.
Why it's wrong here
Microsoft 365 Apps are not available as a Microsoft Store app (new). The Store version is for consumer apps and does not provide the same management capabilities, such as update channel control. This method is not applicable for deploying Microsoft 365 Apps in an enterprise environment.
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Deploy Microsoft 365 Apps as a Win32 app with a custom configuration XML.
Why it's wrong here
While you can deploy Microsoft 365 Apps as a Win32 app using the Office Deployment Tool and a configuration XML, this method does not integrate with Intune's built-in update management. You would need to manage updates separately, and users might be able to change the update channel unless you apply additional policies. This approach is more complex and does not natively enforce the requirements.
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Deploy Microsoft 365 Apps as a line-of-business app using an MSI package.
Why it's wrong here
Line-of-business apps are for custom MSI packages, not for Microsoft 365 Apps. Microsoft 365 Apps use a click-to-run installation, not an MSI. This method would not work and does not provide the required update configuration options.
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Deploy Microsoft 365 Apps using the Microsoft 365 Apps app type in Intune and configure update settings in the app suite configuration.
Why this is correct
The Microsoft 365 Apps app type in Intune allows you to configure update settings, including the update channel and automatic updates from the Office CDN. You can also lock the channel to prevent user changes. This method provides the required control and meets the scenario's requirements.
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Key term
Microsoft Intune
Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based service that helps organizations manage employee devices, apps, and security policies without needing to own or control the physical hardware.
Key term
Intune
Microsoft Intune is a cloud-based service that helps organizations manage their users' devices and applications, ensuring security and compliance without needing to own or control the physical hardware.
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