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220-1102 · Question #748

A technician is configuring security for a computer that is located in a common area. A sign above the computer indicates only authorized users can use the computer. Guests visiting the office must…

The correct answer is D. Locking the computer case. The best protection against physical threats, especially in a common area where the computer is publicly accessible, involves physically securing the hardware. Physically securing the case prevents unauthorized individuals from tampering with internal components or stealing the…

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Question

A technician is configuring security for a computer that is located in a common area. A sign above the computer indicates only authorized users can use the computer. Guests visiting the office must walk past the computer to enter and leave the office. Which of the following will offer the best protection against physical threats?

Options

  • AUsing screen lock
  • BInstalling a privacy screen
  • CImplementing password complexity
  • DLocking the computer case
  • EEnabling drive encryption

How the community answered

(22 responses)
  • B
    9% (2)
  • C
    5% (1)
  • D
    82% (18)
  • E
    5% (1)

Explanation

The best protection against physical threats, especially in a common area where the computer is publicly accessible, involves physically securing the hardware. Physically securing the case prevents unauthorized individuals from tampering with internal components or stealing the computer.

Topics

#Physical Security#Hardware Security#Computer Case#Common Area Security

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