Principles of Information Security (MindTap Course List)
Principles of Information Security (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN: 9781337102063
Author: Michael E. Whitman, Herbert J. Mattord
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Chapter 9, Problem 7RQ
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Locks:

Locks prevent unauthorized access to documents and assets. There are two types of locking mechanisms. They are:

  • Mechanical
    • Example: Keys
  • Electro-mechanical
    • Example: PIN number

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