Employees are concerned about sensitive data being printed on a shared multifunction printer located in a high-traffic hallway. Which of the following should a technician do to address this concern?

The correct answer is A. Set up a PIN for user authentication at the printer.. PIN-based (or badge-based) pull printing requires the user to physically authenticate at the printer before the job is released. This means sensitive documents are never left unattended in the output tray - the job only prints when the authorized user is standing there to retriev

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ASet up a PIN for user authentication at the printer.
BRelocate the printer to an unused office space.
CConfigure printing of sensitive data through a specific tray.
DSchedule print jobs to be released at certain times.

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(22 responses)

A
73% (16)
B
9% (2)
C
5% (1)
D
14% (3)

Explanation

PIN-based (or badge-based) pull printing requires the user to physically authenticate at the printer before the job is released. This means sensitive documents are never left unattended in the output tray - the job only prints when the authorized user is standing there to retrieve it. This directly solves the security concern without disrupting workflow. Relocating the printer (B) reduces foot traffic but doesn't prevent unauthorized eyes from seeing documents. Routing jobs through a specific tray (C) provides no access control. Scheduling print jobs at certain times (D) doesn't ensure the correct person is present to collect them.

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#Printer security#Authentication#Data privacy#Shared peripherals

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