What is the Zero Touch Installation (ZTI) feature used for?

Zero Touch Installation (ZTI) is a feature specifically designed to simplify and automate the operating system deployment process in a networked environment. This approach uses System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) to allow administrators to install operating systems on computers without any manual intervention from the end user.

In the context of ZTI, once the system is set up with the necessary configurations and software, it can automatically recognize when a new system is being added to the network. The ZTI process then kicks in, deploying the operating system and any required applications or configurations seamlessly. This not only accelerates the installation process but also reduces the potential for errors that might occur during manual installations, streamlining IT operations significantly.

Other choices do not accurately describe ZTI. The manual installation process indicates a hands-on approach, which is opposite to the automated nature of ZTI. An automated installation managed by the user suggests that user involvement is necessary, which contrasts with the fully automated aspect of ZTI. Finally, stating it is solely a method for installing applications misses the broader context that ZTI is primarily focused on operating system deployment, not limited to application installation.