MD-102 Protect devices Practice Question
You manage devices with Microsoft Intune. You need to deploy a Windows 10 feature update to a pilot group of devices. Which profile type should you use?
⚠ Common exam trap
It's easy for candidates to confuse update ring profiles (which manage update timing) with feature update profiles (which deploy a specific version), leading them to incorrectly select option C.
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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Windows 10 feature update profile
A Windows 10 feature update profile is the correct choice because it is specifically designed to deploy feature updates (e.g., Windows 10 version 22H2) to targeted groups in Intune. Unlike update rings, which control the timing and deferral of updates, a feature update profile pins devices to a specific Windows version and orchestrates the upgrade process for pilot or broad deployments.
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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Windows 10 configuration profile
Why it's wrong here
Configuration profiles set device settings, not deploy updates.
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Windows 10 compliance policy
Why it's wrong here
Compliance policies check device configuration, not deploy updates.
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Windows 10 update ring profile
Why it's wrong here
Update rings configure update deferrals, not specific feature updates.
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Windows 10 feature update profile
Why this is correct
This profile type is designed for deploying feature updates like version upgrades.
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Introduction to Endpoint Management in Microsoft 365
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.
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.
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