Company policy states that users must secure their laptops before leaving the office for the evening. Which of the following physical security measures should be used?

The correct answer is A. Cable lock. A cable lock is a physical security device that tethers a laptop to a fixed object (such as a desk), preventing theft. This is the only true physical security measure among the choices. Windows key + L locks the screen (logical/software security). Smart card removal triggers a…

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ACable lock
BWindows key + L
CSmart card removal
DKey fob
EBIOS password

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(63 responses)

A
90% (57)
B
2% (1)
D
3% (2)
E
5% (3)

Explanation

A cable lock is a physical security device that tethers a laptop to a fixed object (such as a desk), preventing theft. This is the only true physical security measure among the choices. Windows key + L locks the screen (logical/software security). Smart card removal triggers a screen lock (logical). A key fob is an authentication token (logical). A BIOS password restricts boot access (logical). The question specifically asks about physical security, making the cable lock the correct answer.

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