What is Environmental controls?
In short
Environmental controls protect computer equipment from fire, water, heat, humidity and power problems, using fire suppression, climate control, water detection, uninterruptible power supplies and backup generators.
Key takeaways
- Clean-agent fire suppression avoids water damage to equipment.
- Uninterruptible power supplies bridge the gap until generators start.
- Equipment should be tested and monitored regularly.
Where it's tested
ISC: Information Technology General Controls (ITGCs) — study notes, a five-minute revision sheet and practice questions.
Practise: 3 questions
Question 1 of 3 · 0 answered
A developer at a company has standing write access to the production database. Which ITGC category does this deficiency primarily relate to, and why does it matter?