Security Architecture Components
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Which of the following is NOT a basic component of security architecture?
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The CPU, storage devices and peripherals each have specialized roles in thesecurity archecture.
The CPU, or microprocessor, is the brainsbehind a computer system and performs calculations as it solves problemes and performs system tasks.Storage devices provide both long- and short-term stoarge of information that the CPU has either processed or may process.Peripherals (scanners, printers, modems, etc) are devices that either input datra or receive the data output by the CPU.
The motherboard is the main circuit board of a microcomputer and contains the connectors for attaching additional boards.
Typically, the motherboard contains the CPU, BIOS, memory, mass storage interfaces, serial and parallel ports, expansion slots, and all the controllers required to control standard peripheral devices.
Reference(s) used for this question: TIPTON, Harold.
F., The Official (ISC)2 Guide to the CISSP CBK (2007), page 308.
The correct answer is A. Motherboard.
Security architecture refers to the design and structure of a system's security components, including hardware, software, and procedures. The primary goal of security architecture is to ensure that the system is protected against unauthorized access, misuse, theft, and damage.
The basic components of security architecture are as follows:
B. Central Processing Unit (CPU): The CPU is the "brain" of the computer, responsible for executing instructions and managing the system's resources.
C. Storage Devices: Storage devices are used to store data and programs. They can be either internal or external to the computer.
D. Peripherals (input/output devices): Peripherals are devices that are connected to the computer and are used for input or output. Examples include keyboards, mice, printers, and monitors.
A. Motherboard, on the other hand, is not a security component per se. It is a circuit board that connects the various components of a computer, including the CPU, memory, storage devices, and peripherals. While the motherboard may have security features built into it, such as secure boot or BIOS passwords, it is not considered a basic component of security architecture.
