Different application types you can deploy
Delivering applications to your end users, whether they are working primarily on a physical or virtual cloud desktop, is a very important factor for enterprises.
Most enterprises have been doing this for years with SMS and Microsoft Configuration Manager (to their on-premises infrastructure and on the internet with the cloud management gateway). Within Microsoft Intune, the process is easier as the backend infrastructure is pre-built to start deploying apps almost immediately!
So, what format of apps are supported as delivery types for each operating system (OS)? Let’s give you a complete rundown so that you can decide what the best approach is for your business.
When you create a new app in Microsoft Intune, you start by selecting an app type that is appropriate for the app you want to deliver to your devices:
Figure 8.1: Select app type
Supported Windows app delivery types are covered in more detail in the...