Apple DEP-2025 Apple Deployment and Management Certification Exam Exam Practice Test

Content caching on a Mac (macOS 10.13 or later) doesn’t require an Apple ID, Managed Apple ID, or Personal Apple ID to function. It’s a system-level feature enabled in macOS settings or via MDM, caching content like app updates and iCloud data for network efficiency. While iCloud caching benefits from a user’s Apple ID on client devices, the caching Mac itself doesn’t need one. The Apple Platform Deployment Guide confirms no Apple ID is required for content caching setup.

FileVault encryption requires authentication. ThemacOS Security Overviewstates, "When FileVault is enabled, macOS Recovery requires a FileVault-enabled user account and password to decrypt thedisk." Option D (Recovery Lock) uses a separate password, not user selection.

Cryptographic separation isolates managed and personal data. TheApple Platform Deployment Guidestates, "Account-driven User Enrollment and Account-driven Device Enrollment provide cryptographic separation by isolating managed data (tied to a Managed Apple ID) from personal data (tied to a personal Apple ID)." A creates a managed container, and B extends this to device-level management. Options C, D, and E lack this separation.

Account-driven User Enrollment limits MDM scope. TheiOS Deployment Referencestates, "MDM can enforce policies like requiring a passcode with User Enrollment, but it cannot access location, wipe the device, or disable Activation Lock."

The Secure Enclave validates biometric data. TheApple Platform Security Guidestates, "The Secure Enclave processes and validates data from Face ID and Touch ID sensors, ensuring secure authentication."

Configuration profiles allow IT administrators to manage notification settings on a device, such as disabling notifications for specific apps, configuring Do Not Disturb, or restricting Notification Center access. These profiles are deployed via MDM or manually. Find My (option B) and iCloud (option C) are unrelated to notification management. MDM (option D) delivers profiles, but the profiles contain the settings. TheApple Platform Deployment Guidedetails notification control via profiles.

A Managed Apple ID is needed. TheiOS Deployment Referencestates, "Account-driven Device Enrollment requires a Managed Apple Account to sign in during setup, triggering MDM enrollment."

Apple Configurator, a macOS application, allows administrators to supervise Apple devices (iOS, iPadOS, tvOS) by connecting them via USB. Supervision enables additional restrictions and management capabilities (e.g., blocking app removal) beyond standard MDM. Apple Business Manager (option A) and Apple School Manager (option C) manage enrollment and content but don’t supervise devices directly. Managed Apple IDs (option D) are accounts, not supervision tools. TheApple Platform Deployment Guidehighlights Apple Configurator’s role in supervision.

Apple Configurator is the tool for manually adding devices to ABM or ASM, especially for devices not purchased directly from Apple. TheApple Configurator User Guidestates, "Use Apple Configurator to add devices to Apple Business Manager or Apple School Manager by connecting them to a Mac via USB. This process supervises the devices and assigns them to your organization’s MDM server." Options A, B, and C serve other purposes and cannot perform this task.

The one-to-one deployment model, also referred to as personally enabled, involves assigning a single device to an individual user, allowing personalization while maintaining organizational oversight via MDM. This model is a strategic choice for organizations aiming to balance user flexibility with management control, often used in education or enterprise settings. Application Programming Interface (API) (option A) is a technical tool, not a deployment model. Over-the-air (OTA) enrollment (option B) is a method of enrolling devices, not a deployment model defining ownership or usage. TheApple Platform Deployment Guideidentifies one-to-one as a core deployment model alongside shared and BYOD scenarios.

Managed Distribution, available through Apple Business Manager or Apple School Manager, enables app license management by allowing organizations to purchase, assign, and revoke app licenses centrally. This ensures efficient use of licenses, reassignment as needed, and compliancewith licensing terms. Personalization (option A) is unrelated to distribution. Data separation (option C) is a feature of User Enrollment, not Managed Distribution. Simplified enrollment (option D) pertains to ADE, not app management. TheApple Business Manager User Guidehighlights license management as the primary benefit.

Content is cached on the tethered Mac. TheApple Configurator User Guidestates, "When provisioning tethered iPad devices using Apple Configurator, content is cached on the Mac they are connected to, speeding up the process."

In Apple Business Manager (ABM), books are assigned to users with Managed Apple Accounts, not directly to devices. This allows users to access books across multiple devices linked to their account. TheApple Business Manager User Guidestates, "Books can be assigned to users with Managed Apple Accounts. Once assigned, users can access these books on any device where they’re signed in with their Managed Apple Account." Options A, B, and D are incorrect because assignment is user-centric, not device-specific, though Macs can access books via the user’s account.

User Enrollment, designed for Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) scenarios, separates personal and managed data on a device using a cryptographic boundary. This ensures organizational policies (e.g., managed apps, email) are isolated from personal content (e.g., photos, personal apps), protecting user privacy while allowing management. Additional restrictions (option A) are a supervision feature, not User Enrollment. App license management (option B) is tied to Managed Distribution, not enrollment type. Simplified setup (option D) aligns with ADE, not User Enrollment. TheApple Platform Deployment Guidehighlights data separation as User Enrollment’s key benefit.

TheLock a Maccommand generates a six-digit PIN for unlocking. TheMobile Device Management Protocol Referencestates, "The Lock command sent via MDM locks a Mac and generates a six-digit PIN that must be entered to regain access." Option A prevents booting, B wipes the device, and D is iOS-specific.

Find My requires an Apple ID (personal or Managed) to enable device tracking, remote locking, or wiping via iCloud. It’s a user-initiated feature activated in device settings, not dependent on organizational tools. An MDM solution (option A) can manage Find My settings but isn’t required to use it. Supervision (option C) enhances management but isn’t necessary for Find My. A VPN configuration (option D) is unrelated. TheApple Platform Security Guidespecifies an Apple ID as the prerequisite for Find My.

MDM server assignment is required for enrollment. TheApple Business Manager User Guidestates, "For devices to automatically enroll in MDM via Apple Business Manager, they must be assigned to an MDM server. Without this assignment, enrollment will not occur during setup." Option C explains why iPhones fail to enroll while Macs succeed. Options A, B, and D are incorrect as new devices don’t need resets, approval is automatic for Apple purchases, and 5G doesn’t block enrollment.

The personally enabled, organization-owned model allows organizations to assign devices to individual users while permitting those users to personalize their devices with personal apps and data. This model balances organizational control with user flexibility, often used in one-to-one deployments. BYOD, organization-owned (option A) is a contradictory term; BYOD implies user-owned devices, not organization-owned. Nonpersonalized, organization-owned (option B) devices are typically locked down for shared or specific use, with no personalization allowed. TheApple Platform Deployment Guidedescribes the personally enabled model as supporting user customization under MDM management, making C the correct answer.

In Kerberos, the Ticket-Granting Ticket (TGT) is the feature that enables single sign-on (SSO). After initial authentication, the user receives a TGT from the Key Distribution Center (KDC). The TGT is then used to obtain service tickets for accessing various resources without re-authenticating, providing a seamless SSO experience. Sign in with Apple at Work & School (option A) is an Apple-specific feature, not a Kerberos component. OAuth (option B) and SAML (option D) are separate SSO protocols, not Kerberos features. TheApple Platform Security Guideexplains the TGT’s role in Kerberos SSO.

Content caching requires a Mac running macOS 10.13 (High Sierra) or later, enabling it to cache content like app updates and iCloud data for network efficiency. An MDM solution (option A) can manage caching settings but isn’t required to enable it. Supervision (option C) is unrelated, as caching is a macOS feature, not a supervision requirement. A VPN configuration (option D) doesn’t apply. TheApple Platform Deployment Guidespecifies the macOS version requirement for content caching.

Configuration profiles allow IT administrators to manage email settings on a device, preconfiguring accounts with details like server addresses, ports, and authentication (e.g., OAuth, certificates). These profiles are deployed via MDM or manually, ensuring consistent email access. Find My (option B) and iCloud (option C) are unrelated to email management. MDM (option D) delivers profiles, but the profiles define the settings. TheApple Platform Deployment Guidedetails email configuration via profiles.

An enrollment profile establishes MDM control. TheMobile Device Management Protocol Referencestates, "An enrollment profile must be installed on a device to establish a connection with the MDM solution, enabling management." Options A, B, and D are unrelated to basic MDM enrollment.

The public key generates the server token. TheApple Business Manager User Guidestates, "To generate a server token for ADE, download the public key from your MDM solution and upload it to Apple Business Manager." Option C is never shared, and B and D serve different purposes.

The Wi-Fi payload supports Cisco Fastlane QoS. TheMobile Device Management Protocol Referencestates, "The Wi-Fi payload supports Cisco Fastlane QoS settings, allowing administrators to prioritize traffic for critical applications on macOS devices." Options A, B, and D serve different purposes.

Managed Distribution requires Apple Business Manager (ABM) or Apple School Manager (ASM) to purchase and assign apps, books, or custom content to users or devices, which are then deployed via MDM. An Apple Developer account (option A) is for custom app creation, not distribution management. User acceptance (option C) may be needed for non-supervised devices but isn’t a requirement for the feature itself. A VPN configuration (option D) is unrelated. TheApple Business Manager User Guidemandates ABM/ASM for Managed Distribution.

Managed Distribution in Apple Business Manager (ABM) and Apple School Manager (ASM) enables administrators to assign apps (purchased or free) to users or devices via an MDM solution. It replaced the legacy Volume Purchase Program (VPP, option D), integrating app purchasing and distribution into ABM/ASM. Automated Device Enrollment (option A) is for device enrollment, not app assignment. User Enrollment (option C) is a BYOD enrollment type, not an app distribution feature. TheApple Business Manager User Guidedetails Managed Distribution as the mechanism for app assignment.

A content token, downloaded from ABM or Apple School Manager (ASM), must be uploaded to the MDM server to enable Managed Distribution of App Store apps. TheApple Business Manager User Guideexplains, "To distribute apps, download the content token from Apple Business Manager and upload it to your MDM solution. This token links your MDM server to your app licenses, enabling managed distribution." Options B and D are fictitious, and C is for device enrollment, not app distribution.

Mobile Device Management (MDM) enables remote management of devices, allowing administrators to deploy profiles, push apps, enforce policies, and perform actions like wiping or locking devices over the internet via APNs. Personalization (option A) is user-driven and often limited by MDM. Network performance (option C) is enhanced by other features like content caching. Data separation (option D) is specific to User Enrollment, a subset of MDM capabilities. TheMDM Protocol Referenceemphasizes remote management as MDM’s core benefit.

Content caching is a feature supported on Mac computers running macOS 10.13 (High Sierra) or later, allowing them to cache software updates, apps, and iCloud content for other Apple devices on the network, reducing bandwidth usage. iPads (option A) and iPhones (option B) can benefit from cached content but don’t act as caching servers. Apple Watch (option D) lacks this capabilityentirely. TheApple Platform Deployment Guidespecifies macOS requirements for content caching.

Activations store values. TheMobile Device Management Protocol Referencestates, "Declarative Device Management uses Activations declarations to store values on a device, enabling proactive state management."

Mobile Device Management (MDM) solutions are used to manage and secure Apple devices remotely. To link a device to an MDM solution, an enrollment profile is required. This profile is a configuration file that, once installed on the device, establishes a connection between the device and the MDM server, allowing the server to send commands and policies to the device. The enrollment profile contains information such as the MDM server’s URL and authentication details, enabling secure communication via Apple Push Notification service (APNs). While APNs (option A) facilitates communication between the MDM server and the device after enrollment, it is not the mechanism that links the device to the MDM solution. A firewall (option B) is a network security tool and unrelated to linking a device to MDM, and a restriction (option C) is a policy applied via MDM, not the linking mechanism itself. According to Apple’s official documentation, such as theApple Platform Deployment Guide, the enrollment profile is the foundational step for MDM enrollment.

The personal recovery key, generated when FileVault is enabled, must be escrowed in MDM to allow password resets on an encrypted Mac. ThemacOS Security Overviewstates, "For MDM-managed devices, the personal recovery key can be escrowed to enable password resets or disk unlocking by an administrator." Option B is an older method, C is an authentication credential not escrowed for this purpose, and D is for updates, not password resets.

Lost Mode is an MDM feature that allows administrators to lock a supervised device remotely, display a custom message, and track its location (if enabled). It requires an MDM solution to issue the command via APNs, and the device must be supervised. Find My (option B) enables user-initiated Lost Mode but isn’t required for MDM’s version. iCloud (option C) isn’t a prerequisite, though it’s often enabled. A passcode (option D) enhances security but isn’t required to activate Lost Mode. TheMDM Protocol Referenceconfirms MDM’s role in Lost Mode for supervised devices.

Rapid Security Responses use a letter identifier. TheiOS Deployment Referencestates, "A Rapid Security Response appends a single-letter identifier, such as ‘(a)’, to the iOS version number (e.g., iOS 16.4.1 (a)) to indicate its application."

A key feature to consider in an MDM solution is its ability to integrate with an organization’s existing identity provider (IdP) or directory service (e.g., Active Directory, Azure AD, or Google Workspace). This ensures seamless user authentication, leveraging single sign-on (SSO) and existing credentials, which enhances security and user experience. Support for future OS versions (option B) is important for compatibility but not specifically an authentication feature. Support for BYOD (option C) is a deployment consideration, not an authentication feature. TheApple Platform Deployment Guidehighlights IdP integration as critical for authentication in MDM deployments.

Managed Lost Mode locks supervised iPads. TheiOS Deployment Referencestates, "Managed Lost Mode locks a supervised iPad until disabled via MDM, displaying a custom message and restricting access." Option C requires credentials, not MDM, to unlock.

Supervision requires Apple Configurator (via USB connection) or Automated Device Enrollment (ADE) through Apple Business Manager (ABM) or Apple School Manager (ASM). These methods apply a supervision identity to the device, enabling advanced management features. An MDM solution (option A) manages supervised devices but isn’t the tool for applying supervision. User acceptance (option C) isn’t required, as supervision is an administrative action. A VPN configuration (option D) is unrelated. TheApple Platform Deployment Guidespecifies these tools for supervision.

Configuration profiles allow IT administrators to manage firewall settings on macOS devices, enabling or disabling the firewall, specifying allowed apps, or configuring stealth mode. These profiles are deployed via MDM or manually, ensuring network security. Find My (option B) and iCloud (option C) are unrelated to firewall management. MDM (option D) delivers profiles, but the profiles contain the settings. Note: iOS/iPadOS devices don’t have user-configurable firewalls, so this applies to macOS. TheApple Platform Deployment Guidedetails firewall configuration via profiles.

Apple School Manager (ASM) supports the distribution of multiple content types via ManagedDistribution: apps (free or purchased), books (from the Books Store), and custom content (e.g., PDFs or ePub files created by the organization). This allows schools to manage all educational materials centrally. Options A, B, and C are all correct individually, but D encompasses them all, aligning with ASM’s capabilities as outlined in theApple School Manager User Guide.

Content caching reduces traffic by storing content locally. ThemacOS Deployment Referencestates, "To maximize the effectiveness of content caching, use MDM to enforce a restriction that prevents users from disabling it on managed Macs." Option A ensures caching is active. Option B has a typo (“IoadCache” should be “loadCache”) and isn’t standard, C aids discovery but not reduction, and D increases traffic.

Apple Business Manager (ABM) is Apple’s web-based portal designed for IT administrators in businesses to manage device enrollment (via Automated Device Enrollment), purchase and distribute app licenses, and assign content like books. Apple School Manager (option C) serves a similar purpose but is tailored for educational institutions. Apple Configurator (option B) is a macOS app for device configuration, not a portal. There’s no “Managed Apple ID portal” (option D); Managed Apple IDs are managed within ABM or ASM. The question’s broad scope fits ABM for business contexts, as per theApple Platform Deployment Guide.

System+User Mode supports pre- and post-login connectivity. TheApple Platform Deployment Guidestates, "System+User Mode for 802.1X allows a Mac to connect to Wi-Fi using system credentials before login and switches to user credentials after login, ensuring network access at all stages." Option B is not a standard term, C requires login first, and D uses only system credentials.

Activation Lock prevents reuse. ThemacOS Security Overviewstates, "Activation Lock, manageable via MDM, prevents a lost or stolen Mac from being reactivated without the owner’s credentials." Option C is iOS-specific.

802.11r enhances roaming. TheApple Platform Deployment Guidestates, "802.11r, or Fast BSS Transition, improves Wi-Fi performance by enabling faster roaming between access points, reducing authentication overhead." Option C is a QoS feature, not a standard, and A and D are unrelated.

Skipping Location Services hides it and disables it, with admin control. ThemacOS Deployment Referencestates, "If the Location Services pane is skipped in Setup Assistant, it is hidden from the user, and the service is disabled post-enrollment. An administrator can enable it later in System Settings." Option B fits managed scenarios, unlike D which implies user control.

User Enrollment separates managed Keychain items. TheiOS Deployment Referencestates, "With User Enrollment, Keychain items associated with a Managed Apple ID are stored in a distinct cryptographic container." Options B, C, and D aren’t separated unless tied to managed apps.

Enterprise SSO leverages Kerberos. TheApple Platform Deployment Guidestates, "Enterprise Single Sign-On in iOS, iPadOS, and macOS is based on Kerberos, enabling seamless authentication to enterprise resources." Options B, C, and D serve different purposes.

Find My allows device tracking, enabling users or administrators (via MDM) to locate, lock, or wipe a lost or stolen device using iCloud or GPS. It’s a key security feature for personal and managed devices. Additional restrictions (option B) are a supervision feature. Network performance (option C) is unrelated, and data separation (option D) pertains to User Enrollment. TheApple Platform Security Guideemphasizes tracking as Find My’s primary benefit.

Apple Configurator, a macOS application, supports configuring and supervising iPads, iPhones, and other iOS/iPadOS devices, as well as Apple TVs (tvOS). It runs on a Mac, which acts as the host, but the question refers to devices it can manage, not the host platform. Options A and B are correct, and while C (Mac) isn’t typically configured by Apple Configurator, the tool’s broad compatibility with Apple devices makes D the best answer. TheApple Platform Deployment Guideconfirms its use across these device types.

Skipping the pane leaves Location Services off but adjustable. TheiOS Deployment Referencestates, "When the Location Services pane is skipped in Setup Assistant, it remains off by default, but users can enable it in Settings unless restricted by MDM." Option A reflects this flexibility.

Remote wipe preserves eSIM. TheMobile Device Management Protocol Referencestates, "The EraseDevice command with the preserveDataPlan option allows MDM to keep the eSIM active during a wipe, aiding redeployment."

Shared iPad requires an MDM solution to configure and manage the feature, enabling multiple users to log in with Managed Apple IDs or temporary sessions. The MDM applies the necessary profiles and integrates with Apple School Manager or Apple Business Manager. Apple Configurator (option B) can supervise devices but isn’t required for Shared iPad setup. User acceptance (option C) isn’t needed, as it’s an administrative deployment. A VPN configuration (option D) is unrelated. TheApple Platform Deployment Guidemandates MDM for Shared iPad.

ADE requires devices to be assigned to an MDM server in ABM. TheApple Business Manager User Guidestates, "For devices to automatically enroll via ADE, they must be assigned to an MDM server in Apple Business Manager. Without this assignment, the enrollment process will not initiate during setup." Options A, B, and D don’t apply as devices from Apple are auto-added, don’t need resets, and location issues don’t block enrollment without assignment.

Configuration profiles allow IT administrators to manage security settings on a device, such as enforcing encryption, restricting untrusted certificates, or enabling firewalls (on macOS). These profiles are deployed via MDM or manually, ensuring compliance with security policies. Find My (option B) and iCloud (option C) are user-focused features unrelated to security management. MDM (option D) delivers profiles, but the profiles define the settings. TheApple Platform Deployment Guidedetails security configuration via profiles.

Configuration profiles allow IT administrators to manage Bluetooth settings, such as disabling Bluetooth entirely or restricting pairing with specific devices, enhancing security and compliance. These profiles are deployed via MDM or manually. Find My (option B) and iCloud (option C) are unrelated to Bluetooth management. MDM (option D) delivers profiles, but the profiles define the settings. TheApple Platform Deployment Guidedetails Bluetooth configuration via profiles.