Chapter 1

Comparing and Contrasting the Various Types of Controls

This chapter covers the following topics related to Objective 1.1 (Compare and contrast various types of security controls) of the CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 certification exam:

In this chapter you’ll learn about the various categories of controls, starting with an overview of technical, managerial, operational, and physical controls. Additionally, you learn the control types, including preventive, deterrent, detective, corrective, compensating, and directive controls.

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