Quick Answer
The correct choice is the Line-of-business (LOB) app type in Intune. This method is specifically designed to handle sideloading of apps that are signed with an untrusted certificate, bypassing the need for the certificate to be trusted by the devices. When deploying a line-of-business app with an untrusted certificate, Intune’s LOB app type allows the binary to be installed directly, even if the signing certificate is not in the device’s trusted root store. On the MD-102 exam, this question tests your understanding of Intune deployment methods and common traps: many candidates mistakenly choose Microsoft Store for Business (which only supports store-signed apps) or sideloading (which requires a separate product key or license). The key memory tip is “LOB = local binary, no trust required”—if the app is not from a store and has an untrusted cert, always pick the LOB app type.
This MD-102 practice question tests your understanding of manage applications. Read the scenario carefully and evaluate each option against the stated constraints before committing to an answer. After answering, compare your reasoning against the explanation and wrong-answer breakdown below. Once you have made your selection, read the full explanation to reinforce the concept and understand why each distractor is designed to mislead on exam day.
Your organization uses Microsoft Intune to manage Windows 10 devices. You need to deploy a line-of-business (LOB) app that is signed with a certificate not trusted by the devices. Which app deployment method should you use?
Microsoft Store for Business (MSFB) app
Why wrong: MSFB apps must be signed with a Microsoft-issued certificate.
Windows app (sideloading)
Why wrong: Sideloading requires enabling developer mode and a sideloading key, not an Intune deployment type.
Web app
Why wrong: Web apps only create shortcuts to URLs, not install binaries.
Line-of-business (LOB) app
LOB app type allows sideloading of apps with custom certificates.
Answer choices
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
Line-of-business (LOB) app
Option B is correct because LOB apps that are not signed with a trusted certificate must be installed using the 'Line-of-business app' type in Intune, which allows sideloading. Option A is wrong because the Microsoft Store for Business is for store apps only. Option C is wrong because side-loading requires a specific license or sideloading key but is not the primary Intune deployment method. Option D is wrong because web apps are for links, not binary installations.
Key principle: Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Answer analysis
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
Microsoft Store for Business (MSFB) app
Why it's wrong here
MSFB apps must be signed with a Microsoft-issued certificate.
Windows app (sideloading)
Why it's wrong here
Sideloading requires enabling developer mode and a sideloading key, not an Intune deployment type.
Web app
Why it's wrong here
Web apps only create shortcuts to URLs, not install binaries.
Line-of-business (LOB) app
Why this is correct
LOB app type allows sideloading of apps with custom certificates.
Related concept
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
Common exam traps
Many certification questions include familiar terms but test a specific constraint. Read the exact wording before choosing an answer that is generally true but wrong for this case.
Detailed technical explanation
This question should be treated as a scenario, not a definition check. Identify the problem, the constraint and the best action. Then compare each option against those facts.
Key takeaway
Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option.
Real-world example
A cloud solutions architect for a retail company is evaluating services for a new workload. The correct answer here reflects best practice for the specific scenario described — not a general cloud recommendation. Answer the scenario, not the keyword: identify the specific constraint before choosing the most familiar-sounding option. Cloud exam questions reward reading the constraint carefully: the same technology can be right or wrong depending on the use case.
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Manage applications — This question tests Manage applications — Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer..
The correct answer is: Line-of-business (LOB) app — Option B is correct because LOB apps that are not signed with a trusted certificate must be installed using the 'Line-of-business app' type in Intune, which allows sideloading. Option A is wrong because the Microsoft Store for Business is for store apps only. Option C is wrong because side-loading requires a specific license or sideloading key but is not the primary Intune deployment method. Option D is wrong because web apps are for links, not binary installations.
Identify which MD-102 exam domain this question belongs to, then review the specific concept being tested. Practise related questions in that domain and focus on understanding why each wrong answer is tempting — not just why the correct answer is right.
Read the scenario before looking for a memorised answer.
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