Microsoft 365 Endpoint AdministratorManage devices and apps (55-60%)Medium
A Microsoft 365 Endpoint Administrator needs to deploy a custom security agent to all corporate-owned Windows 11 devices using Microsoft Intune. The agent requires specific command-line arguments during installation and needs to check for a registry key to confirm successful deployment. Which application type in Intune should be used?
- AMicrosoft 365 Apps for Windows 10 and later
- BWeb link
- CLine-of-business app (Windows)
- DWindows app (Win32)
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: D. Windows app (Win32)
Windows app (Win32) is the most flexible application type in Intune for deploying complex Windows applications. It supports custom installation commands, detection rules (like checking a registry key), and uninstallation commands, which are all necessary for this scenario.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. This is specifically for deploying Microsoft Office applications, not custom security agents.
- B. Web links are for URLs, not for installing executable applications.
- C. LOB apps (Windows) are primarily for simple .MSI packages and lack advanced customization like command-line arguments and robust detection rules.
Intune Win32 App Deployment
The Windows app (Win32) deployment type in Microsoft Intune is used for deploying complex Windows applications that require custom installation logic, detection rules, and uninstallation capabilities.
- Supports .intunewin package format.
- Allows custom install/uninstall commands.
- Enables robust detection rules (file, registry, MSI) for success verification.
Memory trick: Win32: The 'Swiss Army Knife' for Windows Apps.