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CPGP · Question #36

Periodic system monitoring of computerized systems is essential to: Response:

The correct answer is D. Identify and address potential security threats and system inefficiencies. Periodic system monitoring exists to maintain security, performance, and reliability - making D correct, as it directly captures the dual purpose of detecting threats (unauthorized access, vulnerabilities, anomalies) and resolving inefficiencies (resource bottlenecks…

Quality Systems

Question

Periodic system monitoring of computerized systems is essential to:

Response:

Options

  • AKeep the system entertaining for users
  • BMonitor the daily mood of system users
  • CEnsure the system is always the latest topic of conversation
  • DIdentify and address potential security threats and system inefficiencies

How the community answered

(66 responses)
  • A
    5% (3)
  • B
    9% (6)
  • C
    2% (1)
  • D
    85% (56)

Explanation

Periodic system monitoring exists to maintain security, performance, and reliability - making D correct, as it directly captures the dual purpose of detecting threats (unauthorized access, vulnerabilities, anomalies) and resolving inefficiencies (resource bottlenecks, performance degradation) before they become critical failures.

A is wrong because system monitoring is a technical/security function, not an entertainment feature - user engagement is handled by UX design, not monitoring tools. B is wrong because monitoring tracks system metrics (CPU, memory, logs, network traffic), not human emotional states. C is wrong because monitoring is an internal operational practice with no connection to public conversation or trending topics.

Memory tip: Think of system monitoring like a doctor's check-up - it exists to diagnose problems and prevent illness (security threats + inefficiencies), not to entertain, measure emotions, or generate buzz.

Topics

#System monitoring#Security threats#System efficiency#Computerized systems

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