Most, if not all virtualization software supports snapshotting, allowing a user to “roll back” their device state to a designated point in time.

As a result, using virtualization software such as VMware Fusion, Parallels Desktop, or VirtualBox is often much more practical than reinstalling the OS on a Mac computer after each test.

The workflow can only be tested when a device starts up and is initialized for the first time. Testing a DEP workflow can be time consuming. This allows a business to become comfortable with the DEP process as well as confirm that their DEP account and MDM configurations are working as expected. When configured correctly, Apple DEP enables a business to purchase new Apple computers that automatically configure themselves, install necessary software, and enroll in an MDM upon unboxing and first boot- without hands-on intervention by DevOps or IT.īefore a business goes live with Apple DEP, a validation phase typically takes place. The Apple Device Enrollment Program (DEP) is a crucial building block for the modern macOS deployment workflow. Test Apple DEP with VMware, Parallels, and VirtualBox

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