Microsoft 365 Endpoint AdministratorManage devices and apps (55-60%)Medium
A company is using Microsoft Intune to manage its Windows 11 devices. The IT department needs to deploy a specific application that requires administrative privileges for installation and is packaged as an MSI file. The application must be installed silently on all corporate-owned devices. Which application deployment type in Intune should you choose?
- AWindows app (Win32)
- BMicrosoft Store app (new)
- CLine-of-business app (Windows)
- DWeb link
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. Line-of-business app (Windows)
For deploying traditional Windows applications packaged as MSI files silently to corporate-owned devices, the 'Line-of-business app (Windows)' type is the most straightforward option in Intune. This allows direct upload and deployment of the MSI.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Windows app (Win32) is more powerful and flexible, supporting complex installation scripts, detection rules, and dependencies for various executable types (including MSI), but for a simple MSI, LOB is often sufficient and simpler to configure. However, Win32 is also a valid choice if the MSI requires more advanced installation logic or detection. Given the simplicity of the request (silent MSI install), LOB is the most direct fit. If the question implied complexity, Win32 would be better.
- B. Microsoft Store apps are for applications available in the Microsoft Store, which is not the case for a custom MSI.
- D. Web link apps are shortcuts to URLs, not actual applications.
Intune Line-of-Business App (Windows)
An Intune application type used to deploy traditional Windows applications (e.g., MSI, APPX, APPXBUNDLE) directly to managed Windows devices.
- Supports direct upload of installation files (e.g., MSI).
- Enables silent installation and uninstallation.
- Suitable for custom or internal applications not available in public stores.
Memory trick: Windows App: MSI's LOB is direct, Win32 for complex.