The IT department noticed that there was a significant decrease in network performance during the
afternoon hours. The IT department performed analysis of the network and discovered this was due to
users accessing and downloading music and video streaming from social sites. The IT department notified
corporate of their findings and a memo was sent to all employees addressing the misuse of company
resources and requesting adherence to company policy. Which of the following policies is being
enforced?

A.
Acceptable use policy

B.
Telecommuting policy

C.
Data ownership policy

D.
Non disclosure policy

Explanation:
Acceptable use policy describes how employees are allowed to use company systems and resources, and
the consequences of misuse.
Incorrect Answers:
B: A telecommuting policy does not address issues of users accessing and downloading from social sites.
C: A data ownership policy will address issues regarding company or individual info being removed as in
wiping when users are allowed to bring their own devices.
D: Non-disclosure policies address issues of confidentiality and privacy, especially in terms of employees
leaving the company and industrial espionage.

Dulaney, Emmett and Chuck Eastton, CompTIA Security+ Study Guide, 6th Edition, Sybex, Indianapolis,
2014, p. 24http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acceptable_use_policy