Microsoft 365 Endpoint AdministratorDeploy Windows client (25-30%)Medium
A company is planning to deploy Windows 11 to 500 new devices. They want to ensure that all devices are automatically enrolled into Microsoft Intune, pre-configured with company policies, and ready for user login immediately upon delivery, with minimal IT intervention. Which deployment technology should they use?
- AWindows Autopilot
- BSystem Center Configuration Manager (SCCM)
- CMicrosoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT)
- DImage-based deployment
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. Windows Autopilot
Windows Autopilot is designed for zero-touch or low-touch deployment of new devices, automatically enrolling them into Intune and applying configurations to make them ready for end-users right out of the box.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. SCCM (now Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager) is a powerful on-premises management solution, but Autopilot is better for cloud-managed, out-of-the-box experiences.
- C. MDT is a traditional on-premises tool for OS deployment, requiring more IT intervention.
- D. Image-based deployment requires pre-imaging devices, which is not 'minimal IT intervention' for new devices delivered directly to users.
Windows Autopilot
A collection of technologies used to set up and pre-configure new devices, getting them ready for productive use without IT intervention.
- Streamlines the Windows device setup experience.
- Automates Intune enrollment and policy application.
- Enables devices to be shipped directly to end-users from the manufacturer.
Memory trick: Auto-Pilot takes the wheel, no IT touch, just feel.