Which of the following best describes what would be expected at a “hot site”?

A.
Computers, climate control, cables and peripherals

B.
Computers and peripherals

C.
Computers and dedicated climate control systems.

D.
Dedicated climate control systems

Explanation:
A hot site is a facility that is leased or rented and is fully configured and ready to operate within a few hours.
The only missing resources from a hot site are usually the data, which will be retrieved from a backup site, and
the people who will be processing the data. The hot site would include computers, cables and peripherals. A
climate control system might be required as well as most electronic equipment must operate in a climatecontrolled atmosphere.
Incorrect Answers:
B: Computer cables would be required as well.
C: Peripherals and cables would be required as well.
D: A hot site would require computers.

Harris, Shon, All In One CISSP Exam Guide, 6th Edition, McGraw-Hill, 2013, p. 920