Question
Which of the following encryption types protects data at rest?
- A. File-level Correct
- B. VPN
- C. HTTPS
- D. Plaintext
Explanation
Data at rest is data stored on a disk or other medium, and file-level encryption protects it by encrypting the stored files. A VPN and HTTPS encrypt data in transit across a network. Plaintext is unencrypted data, so it provides no protection.
