Chapter 31

Comparing and contrasting the Various Types of Controls

This chapter covers the following topics related to Objective 5.1 (Compare and contrast various types of controls) of the CompTIA Security+ SY0-601 certification exam:

  • Category

    • Managerial

    • Operational

    • Technical

  • Control type

    • Preventative

    • Detective

    • Corrective

    • Deterrent

    • Compensating

    • Physical

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

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