Information Security: Principles and Practices 2nd Edition by Jim Breithaupt, Mark S. Merkow

Exercise 20

Which of the following is an advantage of using hot sites as a backup alternative?

A. The costs associated with hot sites are low.

B. Hot sites can be made ready for operation within a short period of time.

C. Hot sites can be used for an extended amount of time.

D. Hot sites do not require that equipment and systems software be compatible with the primary installation being backed up.

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Hot Sites

Hot sites are disaster response sites with similar infrastructure to allow emergency procedures. Hot sites are full-fledged alternative sites that provide all compatible solutions that companies require within a short time.

Thus, the correct option is.