Chapter 2

1: What are the four general classifications used to group physical threats to network security?
A1: Answer: Physical threats to network security can be grouped into these four general classifications: hardware, environmental, electrical, and maintenance.
2: List four methods that can be used to mitigate hardware threats to mission-critical routing and switching equipment located in a telecommunications room.
A2: Answer: Threats to hardware located in telecommunications rooms can be mitigated by doing the following:
  • Lock the room and limit access to authorized personnel.

  • Ensure that the room is accessible only through secured access points.

  • Use electronic access controls with logging of all entry attempts.

  • Use security cameras monitored by ...

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