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220-802 · Question #165

Which of the following security measures is usually found in a laptop?

The correct answer is A. Biometrics. Biometric authentication, such as fingerprint readers, is a security feature commonly integrated directly into laptop hardware.

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Question

Which of the following security measures is usually found in a laptop?

Options

  • ABiometrics
  • BBollard
  • CHypervisor
  • DKey fobs

How the community answered

(17 responses)
  • A
    88% (15)
  • C
    6% (1)
  • D
    6% (1)

Why each option

Biometric authentication, such as fingerprint readers, is a security feature commonly integrated directly into laptop hardware.

ABiometricsCorrect

Laptops frequently include built-in biometric readers (fingerprint scanners or facial recognition cameras) that allow users to authenticate without a password, providing a physical security layer tied to the individual user. This is a hardware-level security feature specifically designed and marketed as a laptop security measure by major manufacturers.

BBollard

A bollard is a physical barrier (a post) used to prevent vehicle access to areas and is not a laptop security feature.

CHypervisor

A hypervisor is virtualization software that runs multiple operating systems and is not a security feature specific to laptops.

DKey fobs

Key fobs are external hardware tokens used for two-factor authentication or proximity access and are not typically built into a laptop.

Concept tested: Biometric security features in laptop hardware

Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-hardware/design/device-experiences/windows-hello-biometric-requirements

Topics

#biometrics#laptop security#authentication#mobile security features

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