Which deployment method is described as a Windows-based approach to install software across several machines?

• A. Group Policy
• B. Local Installation
• C. Remote Installation
• D. Discovery Computers

Answer: (A)

Group Policy is the Windows-based way to push software to many machines from a central point. By packaging the software as an MSI and placing it on a shared network location, you link a policy to an Active Directory container (like an OU). Computers (or users) receive that policy during startup or logon and install the package automatically, giving you consistent, automated deployment across multiple machines. This approach scales cleanly, reduces manual setup, and provides centralized control and visibility.

Local Installation describes installing software manually on individual machines, which isn’t scalable. Remote Installation can be used in some contexts but doesn’t inherently provide the centralized, domain-wide deployment mechanism that Group Policy offers. Discovery Computers is about locating devices, not deploying software.