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The MOST effective method for limiting the damage of an
attack by a software virus is:
A. software controls.
B. policies, standards and procedures.
C. logical access controls.
D. data communication standards.
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Answer: A
Software controls in the form of virus detection and removal
programs are the most effective method way to detect and
remove viruses. Policies, standards and procedures are
important, because they are people-based; however, they are
generally considered less effective than software controls.
Choices C and D, are not relevant to virus detection.
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