Understanding Operating System Deployment

The OS deployment functionality in Configuration Manager is highly modular. Each component is layered together to create a simple, effective system for distributing Windows operating systems.

For example, the drivers, updates, and software are all managed independently outside of the base OS image. Each component is dynamically installed during the deployment process. Software applications and Software Update deployments can be maintained as necessary without having to change the base OS image. New operating systems automatically get the latest software and updates during deployment.

Device drivers are managed the same way; during the OS deployment, the PnP IDs are enumerated and the best drivers are ...

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