ISC2 CC Security Principles Practice Question
A company implements redundant servers to ensure that if one server fails, another can take over immediately. Which security principle is primarily being addressed?
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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Availability
Redundancy supports availability by minimizing downtime.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Authentication
Why it's wrong here
Authentication verifies identity, not system uptime.
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Integrity
Why it's wrong here
Redundancy does not ensure data accuracy.
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Availability
Why this is correct
Redundancy ensures systems remain accessible despite failures.
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Confidentiality
Why it's wrong here
Redundancy does not directly relate to preventing unauthorized access.
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Introduction to Security Principles
Key term
Redundancy
Redundancy is the practice of adding extra components or systems so that if one fails, another can take over without interruption.
Key term
Availability
Availability is the measure of how often a system or service is operational and accessible when needed, typically expressed as a percentage of uptime.
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