ISC2 CC Access Controls Concepts Practice Question
Which THREE are key components of Active Directory? (Select THREE.)
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Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
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Users
Active Directory includes users, groups, and organizational units (OUs). LDAP is a protocol, not a component.
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Users
Why this is correct
Users are objects representing individuals.
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Firewalls
Why it's wrong here
Firewalls are network security devices, not AD components.
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Groups
Why this is correct
Groups simplify permission management.
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LDAP
Why it's wrong here
LDAP is the protocol used to access Active Directory.
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Organizational Units (OUs)
Why this is correct
OUs organize objects hierarchically.
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