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Management wants to ensure a file server backed up every night can actually be restored within a 4-hour recovery time objective after an incident. Which two actions best improve recovery confidence? Select two.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Good practice is not just finding the correct option. The wrong answers often show the exact trap the exam wants you to fall into.
A
Best answer
Perform scheduled restore tests to an isolated environment.
Correct because restore testing proves the backups are usable and helps measure actual recovery time. A backup that has never been restored cannot be assumed to meet the recovery objective.
B
Best answer
Keep at least one backup copy offline or immutable.
Correct because offline or immutable copies protect against ransomware and tampering. That increases the odds that a known-good recovery point will still exist when the organization needs it.
C
Distractor review
Increase retention to keep backups for two years without changing restore testing.
Incorrect because longer retention alone does not prove recoverability. Old backups that are never tested may still fail when restoration is needed.
D
Distractor review
Move the backup repository onto the same always-mounted file share as production data.
Incorrect because this increases shared exposure and makes both production and backup copies easier to encrypt or delete. It weakens resilience rather than improving it.
E
Distractor review
Reduce the number of user permissions on the file server without changing backup design.
Incorrect because access reduction may be good hygiene, but it does not directly improve recovery confidence. The question asks about restore assurance and resilience.
Common exam trap
Common exam trap: authentication is not authorization
Logging in proves the user can authenticate. It does not automatically mean the user is allowed to enter privileged or configuration mode. Watch for AAA authorization, privilege level and command authorization details.
Technical deep dive
How to think about this question
This kind of question is testing the difference between identity and permission. A user may successfully log in to a router because authentication is working, but still fail to enter configuration mode because authorization is missing, misconfigured or mapped to a lower privilege level.
KKey Concepts to Remember
- Authentication checks who the user is.
- Authorization controls what the user is allowed to do after login.
- Privilege levels affect access to EXEC and configuration commands.
- AAA, TACACS+ and RADIUS can separate login success from command access.
TExam Day Tips
- Do not assume successful login means full administrative access.
- Look for words such as cannot enter configuration mode, privilege level, authorization or command access.
- Separate login problems from permission problems before choosing the answer.
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Question 2
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FAQ
Questions learners often ask
What does this SY0-701 question test?
Authentication checks who the user is.
What is the correct answer to this question?
The correct answer is: Perform scheduled restore tests to an isolated environment. — Restore testing and offline or immutable backup copies are the two best choices because they address both usability and survivability. Testing confirms that backups can actually be restored within the required time, while offline or immutable storage protects the recovery point from ransomware and accidental deletion. Together, those controls make backup operations far more trustworthy during an actual outage or security event. Why others are wrong: Longer retention does not guarantee a successful restore, and permission changes alone do not validate recovery capability. Placing backups on the same production share is risky because it increases the blast radius. The goal is not just to store more copies, but to keep at least one recoverable and verify that restoration works.
What should I do if I get this SY0-701 question wrong?
Then try more questions from the same exam bank and focus on understanding why the wrong options are tempting.
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