Deck · CompTIA A+
Security (Core 2)
Physical and logical security, wireless protocols, malware and removal, permissions, and data destruction (Core 2 Domain 2, 28%).
112 cards · audited · SM-2 spaced repetition
Included with the full CompTIA A+ program — 9 decks, 800 cards.
Sample cards
What is an access control vestibule (mantrap)?
A small space with two interlocking doors where only one door can open at a time, forcing entrants to authenticate individually and preventing tailgating.
What are bollards used for?
Short, sturdy posts placed outside a building to stop vehicles from ramming or driving into the entrance.
How does a badge reader control building access?
It reads an employee's ID badge (magnetic stripe, RFID, or smart card) and unlocks the door only for authorized credentials, while logging each entry.
What does a magnetometer detect at a facility entrance?
Metal objects such as weapons — it is a walk-through or handheld metal detector used for entrance screening.
What is a key fob in physical security?
A small hardware token carried on a keychain that unlocks doors via RFID/NFC or generates one-time codes for authentication.
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