ASIS-CPP Exam - Topic 4 Question 110 Discussion

Actual exam question for ASIS's ASIS-CPP exam

Question #: 110
Topic #: 4

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The term "hot site" refers to a:

Alocation that has sustained a major amount of radiation.

Blocation where stolen computer components are stored prior to resale.

Csite where the HVAC system failed, making computer operations unfeasible.

Dstandby alternate site with duplicate hardware and operating software.

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Suggested Answer: D

by Sarah at Apr 07, 2025, 11:58 PM

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Staci

2 months ago

I thought hot sites were just for stolen stuff, guess I was wrong!

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Lauran

2 months ago

Totally agree, it's crucial for disaster recovery!

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Brice

3 months ago

Definitely D! It’s all about having that duplicate setup.

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Tish

3 months ago

Wait, are we sure it’s not about radiation? Sounds weird.

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Bok

3 months ago

A hot site is basically a backup location with everything ready to go.

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Sharan

3 months ago

I practiced a question similar to this, and I believe the correct answer is D, since it mentions standby and duplicate systems.

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Yuonne

4 months ago

I feel like I might confuse "hot site" with something else, but I think it has to do with having everything ready to go in case of an emergency.

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Janet

4 months ago

I remember studying about recovery sites, and I think a hot site is the one that can be up and running quickly, like option D.

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Tori

4 months ago

I think a "hot site" is related to disaster recovery, but I'm not sure if it's the one with duplicate hardware.

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Jutta

4 months ago

I'm a little confused by the options here. I'll have to review my notes on disaster recovery and business continuity to make sure I understand the concept of a "hot site" properly.

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Isabelle

4 months ago

Okay, I've got this. A "hot site" refers to a backup location that's ready to go in case of an emergency. The key is that it has all the necessary equipment and software to keep operations running.

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Tawny

5 months ago

Hmm, I'm not sure about this one. I'll have to think it through carefully. The options don't seem very clear to me.

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Miles

5 months ago

This question seems straightforward. I think the answer is D - a standby alternate site with duplicate hardware and operating software.

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Leonora

9 months ago

I bet the person who came up with 'hot site' for stolen goods has a pretty wild imagination. But D is the correct answer.

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Callie

10 months ago

Option D sounds about right. A hot site is a ready-to-go backup facility, not some sketchy location.

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Leonida

8 months ago

Having a hot site can ensure business continuity and minimize downtime.

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Kati

9 months ago

Yeah, it's important to have a hot site in case of a disaster or system failure.

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Yasuko

9 months ago

I agree, a hot site is definitely a backup facility with duplicate hardware and software.

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Cristina

10 months ago

Haha, a 'hot site' where stolen computer parts are stored? That's a good one! But I know the right answer is D.

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Maybelle

8 months ago

I've heard of hot sites being used for disaster recovery, so D makes sense.

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Lashawn

9 months ago

Definitely not a location with radiation, that would be dangerous.

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Sol

9 months ago

Yeah, a 'hot site' for stolen computer parts sounds like something out of a movie.

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Carin

9 months ago

I agree, the correct answer is D.

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King

10 months ago

I'm not sure, but D does make sense with duplicate hardware.

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Edgar

10 months ago

Definitely option D. A hot site is a full-blown disaster recovery site, not just a random location with issues.

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Thurman

9 months ago

Yes, option D is the correct answer. It's important to have a fully functional disaster recovery site in place.

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Wenona

10 months ago

I agree, a hot site is definitely a standby alternate site with duplicate hardware and operating software.

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Alida

11 months ago

I'm pretty sure 'hot site' refers to a backup location with duplicate systems. That's the only answer that makes sense to me.

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Rusty

11 months ago

I agree with Myong, a hot site is a standby alternate site.

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Myong

11 months ago

I think the answer is D.

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