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FC0-U71 Security Practice Question

A company is implementing a backup strategy. Which of the following best adheres to the 3-2-1 backup rule?

Answer choices

Why each option matters

Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.

Correct answer & explanation

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Original data on a server, a backup on a NAS in the same building, and a backup in the cloud

The 3-2-1 rule means 3 copies of data, on 2 different media types, with 1 offsite. Option B meets this: 3 copies (original + 2 backups), 2 media (NAS + cloud), 1 offsite (cloud).

Answer analysis

Option-by-option breakdown

For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.

  • ✗

    Two backups on tape drives, both stored in the server room

    Why it's wrong here

    Same media type and same location.

  • ✓

    Original data on a server, a backup on a NAS in the same building, and a backup in the cloud

    Why this is correct

    Three copies, two media types (NAS and cloud), one offsite (cloud).

  • ✗

    Original data on a laptop, a backup on a USB drive, and a backup on a second USB drive stored in a safe

    Why it's wrong here

    Though three copies, both backups are USB drives (same media type) and both in the same building (not offsite).

  • ✗

    One backup on an external drive stored in the same room as the server

    Why it's wrong here

    Only one copy, same media type, no offsite.

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