CISSP-ISSAP · Question #206
You are the Network Administrator for a college. You watch a large number of people (some not even students) going in and out of areas with campus computers (libraries, computer labs, etc.). You have
The correct answer is B. Use laptop locks.. Laptop locks directly address the specific threat (theft) at the lowest cost - they are inexpensive, widely available, and require no infrastructure changes or ongoing staffing. Smart card access (A) is expensive to implement campus-wide and doesn't stop theft by authorized users
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You are the Network Administrator for a college. You watch a large number of people (some not even students) going in and out of areas with campus computers (libraries, computer labs, etc.). You have had a problem with laptops being stolen. What is the most cost effective method to prevent this?
Options
- ASmart card access to all areas with computers.
- BUse laptop locks.
- CVideo surveillance on all areas with computers.
- DAppoint a security guard.
How the community answered
(37 responses)- A24% (9)
- B57% (21)
- C14% (5)
- D5% (2)
Explanation
Laptop locks directly address the specific threat (theft) at the lowest cost - they are inexpensive, widely available, and require no infrastructure changes or ongoing staffing. Smart card access (A) is expensive to implement campus-wide and doesn't stop theft by authorized users who already have access. Video surveillance (C) is a deterrent and aids investigation after the fact, but doesn't prevent theft and carries significant installation and monitoring costs. A security guard (D) is the most expensive option, requires scheduling and management, and still can't watch every device simultaneously.
Memory tip: Match the solution to the specific threat and the cost constraint - "cost effective" + "laptops stolen" points directly to the cheapest physical lock rather than broad infrastructure solutions.
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