What is a limitation of GPO processing?

• A. They apply only to local computers
• B. They run sequentially, which can delay user logon times
• C. They require internet connectivity
• D. They never override local policies

Answer: (B)

Group Policy settings are applied during startup and logon in a fixed sequence (Local, Site, Domain, then Organizational Units). Each applicable GPO’s settings are read and applied one after another. Because this processing happens in a linear, one-by-one fashion, a large number of GPOs or complex settings can add noticeable time to the logon experience. That’s why the most accurate description of a limitation is that GPO processing is sequential and can delay user logon.

Other statements don’t fit because GPOs can apply across domain computers and users, not just local machines; internet connectivity isn’t strictly required for policy processing since domain data can be cached; and domain policies can override local policies depending on the processing order and precedence.