How to deploy EXE file in group policy?

Question

Please Note: I know only MSI file is applicable to deploy in the Group Policy. I also know you can use 'Logon/Logoff' or 'Startup/Shutdown' script to deploy, but when you use this option, no matter what, you have to enter Admin credential to install the software in User Computers, or User can install this. But I want to deploy the software just like the 'MSI' file, I don't want users to install or me with entering the admin password in the client computer. If there is any other way please share the idea. it would be better if you can share the screenshot so its easy to look over.

Please also share the idea how to make a '.bat' file.

Answer 1

Hi @TechQ ,

Hopefully this helps you to create a .bat file.

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/561987/installing-exe-via-gpo.html

Answer 2

Hello there,

Group policy software deployment does not support exe files. You will need to use a script and group policy to deploy software with an exe.

If you must deploy an exe with group policy then try to grant temporary rights, when the deployment is done remove the rights and ability to run scripts.

You also need to have a secured distribution point for your EXE install file. It needs to be accessible for remote computers and users.

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