You have been hired at a large company to manage network security issues. Prior to your arrival, there was no one dedicated to security, so you are starting at the beginning. You hold a meeting and are discussing the main functions and features of network security. One of your assistants asks what the function of Authentication in network security is. Which of the following best describes Authentication?

The main reason you have been hired at a company is to bring the network security of the organization up to current standards. A high priority is to have a full security audit of the network as soon as possible. You have chosen an Independent Audit and are describing it to your coworkers. Which of the following best describes an Independent Audit?