A user has concerns about device theft because they are working on a laptop at a local coffee shop. Which of the following physical devices would be best to protect the laptop?
A cable lock (also called a Kensington lock) physically secures the laptop to a fixed object, making it difficult to steal in public spaces.
“Cable locks are physical security devices used to deter laptop theft by anchoring the device to a desk or other stationary object.” — CompTIA ITF+ Official Guide
A. Firewall is software-based and protects data, not the device.
B. Privacy shields prevent screen visibility, not theft.
C. USB locks prevent port access but not physical theft.
Correct answer: D
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