220-1102 Question 279
Single answer1.10 Given a scenario, install applications according to requirements.A small accounting firm uses Windows 11 Pro laptops joined to Microsoft Entra ID. Several users need a legacy line-of-business application that requires local installation and writes data to protected areas under Program Files. The vendor states the app is supported on Windows 11 only when installed with administrative rights and recommends using the vendor-provided MSI package for managed deployments. The IT technician must deploy the application to multiple laptops with the fewest user prompts and the most consistent results. Which action should the technician take?
- A
Have each user download the EXE installer from the vendor website and run it from their standard user account
- B
Use the vendor MSI package and deploy it through a centralized management tool with elevated administrative permissions
- C
Copy the application folder from a working laptop into each user's profile directory to avoid running the installer
- D
Ask users to disable User Account Control temporarily, then run the installer manually from the Downloads folder
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The best answer is to use the vendor-provided MSI package with a centralized deployment method that runs with administrative permissions. In Windows environments, MSI is designed for managed software installation and supports standardized deployment, repair, and removal. This approach is especially appropriate when the application must write to protected system locations and when multiple endpoints need the same configuration. Microsoft and enterprise best practices favor centrally managed, least-interruption deployments over manual user-driven installs, folder copies, or weakening security controls such as UAC.
- A. Incorrect.
This is incorrect because the scenario states the application requires administrative rights and is intended for managed deployment using the vendor MSI package. Standard users typically cannot complete installations that write to protected locations such as Program Files. Having each user run the EXE also creates inconsistent installation results and more user interaction.
- B. Correct.
This is correct because MSI packages are commonly used for standardized, managed Windows application deployments. Using a centralized management platform with administrative elevation aligns with the vendor recommendation, reduces user prompts, and ensures the app is installed consistently on multiple systems. This is the best fit for a business deployment scenario.
- C. Incorrect.
This is incorrect because simply copying program files usually does not install required services, registry entries, dependencies, file associations, or permissions. Many Windows applications rely on the installer to complete these configuration steps. This is a common misconception when technicians try to avoid using the proper installation method.
- D. Incorrect.
This is incorrect because disabling User Account Control is not a best practice and does not replace proper administrative deployment. UAC is a security feature, and reducing it to install software increases risk. In addition, asking users to perform manual installs still leads to inconsistent outcomes and unnecessary user involvement.