What is the primary purpose of installing anti-malware software on a system?

To detect and remove malicious software such as viruses and ransomware

To replace the need for firewalls

To improve the system's overall processing speed

A small business has a single Windows server running file sharing and a line-of-business app. They want to protect it from malware but have a limited budget and no dedicated security staff. Which security software deployment provides the most practical baseline protection?

Deploy a network-based intrusion prevention system (IPS) inline before the server.

Install a reputable endpoint protection platform (EPP) with real-time scanning, and enable automatic signature updates.

Rely on the built-in Windows Defender and disable all third-party security software.

Install a host-based intrusion detection system (HIDS) that only logs alerts to a file.

What is the principle of least privilege in the context of file and directory permissions?

Granting permissions based on user seniority

Granting permissions to everyone in the organization

Granting users only the permissions necessary to perform their job functions

Granting all users full control to simplify management

What is the primary purpose of conducting a system audit?

To assess the security posture and identify vulnerabilities

To increase user productivity by simplifying interfaces

To improve system performance by optimizing hardware

To replace outdated software with newer versions

What is the primary security benefit of network segmentation?

It increases the speed of network communication between all devices.

It limits lateral movement by restricting traffic between segments.

It automatically blocks all external threats before they reach the network.

It eliminates the need for encryption on internal traffic.

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