FC0-U71 Security Practice Question
An organization adopts the 3-2-1 backup rule. Which of the following practices aligns with this rule?
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Three copies of data on two different media types, with one offsite
The 3-2-1 rule means having three copies of data on two different media types with one copy offsite. Storing backups on external drives and cloud meets this requirement.
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Three copies of data on two different media types, with one offsite
Why this is correct
Correct: this is the definition of the 3-2-1 rule.
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Four backups all stored on tape
Why it's wrong here
This uses only one media type and may lack offsite copy.
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One backup stored in the same location as the original
Why it's wrong here
This violates the offsite requirement of the 3-2-1 rule.
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Two copies of data on the same hard drive
Why it's wrong here
This only provides one copy on one media type, violating the rule.
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