At one time, security architecture best practices led to networks with a limited number (1-3) of network access points. This restriction allowed for the concentration of security resources and…

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Options

• AIncreased security capabilities, the same amount of security risks and a higher TCO but a smaller
• BIncreased business capabilities and increased security risks with a lower TCO and smaller physical
• CIncreased business capabilities and increased security risks with a higher TCO and a larger physical
• DDecreased business capabilities and increased security risks with a lower TCO and increased logical

• A
  9% (5)
• B
  2% (1)
• C
  84% (47)
• D
  5% (3)

Explanation

Modern network evolution - driven by wireless networking, highly portable devices, and cloud services - unambiguously increases business capabilities by enabling mobility, scalability, and agility. However, this same evolution increases security risks, as more endpoints, services, and connection vectors mean more potential entry points for attackers. The physical attack surface grows larger because assets are no longer confined to a controlled datacenter - they include laptops, smartphones, cloud nodes, and branch offices spread across many locations. TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) is higher because organizations must now secure, monitor, and manage a far broader and more complex environment. Options A and D contradict the observed reality of increased business capabilities. Option B incorrectly claims a lower TCO and smaller physical attack surface, both of which are demonstrably wrong in modern environments.

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