CISSP-ISSMP · Question #203
In which of the following alternative processing sites is the backup facility maintained in a constant order, with a full complement of servers, workstations, and communication links ready to assume t
The correct answer is D. Hot Site. A Hot Site is a fully operational, continuously maintained backup facility that mirrors the primary site with a complete set of servers, workstations, communication links, and up-to-date data. It can take over primary operations almost immediately after a disaster - typically wit
Question
In which of the following alternative processing sites is the backup facility maintained in a constant order, with a full complement of servers, workstations, and communication links ready to assume the primary operations responsibility?
Options
- AMobile Site
- BCold Site
- CWarm Site
- DHot Site
How the community answered
(54 responses)- A7% (4)
- B4% (2)
- C2% (1)
- D87% (47)
Explanation
A Hot Site is a fully operational, continuously maintained backup facility that mirrors the primary site with a complete set of servers, workstations, communication links, and up-to-date data. It can take over primary operations almost immediately after a disaster - typically within minutes to hours. A Cold Site (B) is an empty facility with only basic infrastructure (power, cooling, space) and requires significant time and effort to become operational. A Warm Site (C) is a middle ground - partially equipped but not immediately ready. A Mobile Site (A) is a portable facility (e.g., a truck or trailer) deployed to a location. Only a Hot Site (D) is described as 'constant order' with a 'full complement' ready immediately.
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