Chapter 11

Access Control

CERTIFICATION OBJECTIVES

11.01     Introducing Access Control

11.02     Access Control Models

11.03     Implementing Access Control

QQUESTIONS

Access control enables a computer system to secure access to resources—including the network itself, servers, shared folders, and printers, just to name a few. IT administrators must implement strong password policies, network access rules, and strong file and folder permissions in accordance with established security policies.

1.   A network administrator must grant the appropriate network permissions to a new employee. Which of the following is the best strategy?

A.   Give the new employee user account the necessary rights and permissions.

B.   Add the new employee user account ...

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