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| Topic 1 | - Plan a Deployment: This section of the exam measures the skills of an MDM Specialist and covers the purpose and function of Apple¡¯s built-in MDM framework. It evaluates the foundational understanding needed to support the deployment of Apple devices at scale using MDM protocols and tools.
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| Topic 2 | - Network Integration: This section of the exam measures the skills of an IT Administrator and covers assessing network responsiveness and device connectivity. It also covers wireless auto-join behavior on Apple devices and ensures strong network coverage.
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| Topic 3 | - Manage Content and Data Flow: This section of the exam measures the skills of an IT Administrator and covers app distribution methods including managed, custom, and proprietary apps. It focuses on content purchasing and delivery through Apple Business or School Manager.
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| Topic 4 | - Device Support: This section of the exam measures the skills of an IT Administrator and covers troubleshooting Mac startup, recovery, and password reset processes using macOS Recovery. It ensures support professionals can maintain and restore device functionality.
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| Topic 5 | - Device Security: This section of the exam measures the skills of an MDM Specialist and covers encryption on Apple platforms, FileVault operations, and the importance of key management. It focuses on protecting sensitive data on managed devices.
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| Topic 6 | - Identity Services: This section of the exam measures the skills of an MDM Specialist and covers supported identity services on Apple devices, including Platform SSO and Single Sign-On, helping users manage secure access and authentication.
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| Topic 7 | - Prepare Your Environment: This section of the exam measures the skills of an IT Administrator and covers the important factors involved in evaluating and preparing the environment for a successful MDM implementation. It emphasizes strategic planning before rollout.
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| Topic 8 | - Software Updates: This section of the exam measures the skills of an MDM Specialist and covers update management strategies using MDM. It includes handling deadlines, updating behavior, and ensuring that updates are properly delivered and installed.
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| Topic 9 | - Apple Configurator: This section of the exam measures the skills of an IT Administrator and covers the usage of Apple Configurator in enrollment, supervision, and deployment of Apple devices. It includes an overview of its features and setup processes.
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| Topic 10 | - Device Setup: This section of the exam measures the skills of an MDM Specialist and covers strategies and use cases for managing Setup Assistant via MDM. It also covers the configuration of enrollment-related settings and pane options.
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| Topic 11 | - Apple Business Manager and Apple School Manager: This section of the exam measures the skills of an MDM Specialist and covers managing connections to resellers and managing device suppliers. It emphasizes the use of Apple Business Manager or School Manager to streamline large-scale deployments.
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