When auditing security for a data center, an IS auditor
should look for the presence of a voltage regulator to
ensure that the:
A. hardware is protected against power surges.
B. integrity is maintained if the main power is interrupted.
C. immediate power will be available if the main power is lost.
D. hardware is protected against long-term power fluctuations.
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Answer / guest
Answer: A
A voltage regulator protects against short-term power
fluctuations. It normally does not protect against long-term
surges, nor does it maintain the integrity if power is
interrupted or lost.
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Answer / shanka
Answer A:
A. is about regulator
B. is about UPS (unbreakable power supply) or voltage Stabilizer.
C. is about UPS or a generator
D. regulator cant handle long term power fluctuations.
because of these points A is the answer.
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