A user has concerns about device theft because they are working on a laptop at a local coffee shop. Which of the following physical devices would be best to protect the laptop?

The correct answer is D. Cable lock. A cable lock (e.g., Kensington lock) physically anchors the laptop to a fixed structure like a table leg or desk, making it very difficult to physically steal the device - which is the explicit threat here. A firewall is a network/software security control, not a physical theft d

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AFirewall
BPrivacy shield
CUSB lock
DCable lock

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2% (1)
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2% (1)
C
5% (2)
D
90% (37)

Explanation

A cable lock (e.g., Kensington lock) physically anchors the laptop to a fixed structure like a table leg or desk, making it very difficult to physically steal the device - which is the explicit threat here. A firewall is a network/software security control, not a physical theft deterrent. A privacy screen/shield protects against visual eavesdropping (shoulder surfing) but does not prevent theft. A USB lock secures USB ports against unauthorized data access but does not prevent someone from taking the laptop.

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#Physical security#Laptop security#Device theft prevention#Cable lock

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