Which of the following can be used as an equipment theft deterrent?

A.
Screen locks

B.
GPS tracking

C.
Cable locks

D.
Whole disk encryption

Explanation:
Cable locks are theft deterrent devices that can be used to tether a device to a fixed point keep smaller
devices from being easy to steal.
Incorrect Answers:A: Screen-lock is a security feature that requires the user to enter a password after a short period of
inactivity before they can access the system again. This feature ensures that if your device is left
unattended or is lost or stolen, it will be difficult for anyone else to access your data or applications.
However, this does not deter theft.
B: Global Positioning System (GPS) tracking can be used to identify its location of a stolen device and can
allow authorities to recover the device. However, for GPS tracking to work, the device must have an
Internet connection or a wireless phone service over which to send its location information.
D: Disk and device encryption encrypts the data on the device. This feature ensures that the data on the
device cannot be accessed in a useable form should the device be stolen. However, this does not deter
theft.

Dulaney, Emmett and Chuck Eastton, CompTIA Security+ Study Guide, 6th Edition, Sybex, Indianapolis,
2014, pp. 369, 418-419
Stewart, James Michael, CompTIA Security+ Review Guide, Sybex, Indianapolis, 2014, pp. 236, 237