You are responsible for securing a large server room. You want to prevent unauthorized personnel from gaining entrance by simply following an authorized user into the room (a security breach referred to as *tailgating*). Which common prevention method would you incorporate to best secure the area?

Flashcard 1 - 220-1102 Security Flashcard Set for the CompTIA A+ Core Series Exam

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The correct answer is:

a mantrap

Explanation:

A mantrap (access control vestibule) would prevent unauthorized users from following someone into a secure area. There are a number of different configurations of a mantrap. One is a small room with two doors that have to be accessed independently to gain access to the secure area. There could also be something as simple as a turnstile in place.

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