CSS Security Technology and Solutions 2

Question 1

Which type of access control system uses unique biological characteristics to verify identity?

Accepted Answer

Biometric access control

Answer

Biometric access control authenticates individuals using physical traits such as fingerprints, iris patterns, or facial recognition.

Question 2

What does 'PACS' stand for in the security industry?

Accepted Answer

Physical Access Control System

Answer

PACS (Physical Access Control System) manages and restricts entry to facilities through electronic credentials and hardware.

Question 3

A customer wants to detect motion in a parking lot at night. Which camera feature is most critical?

Accepted Answer

Low-light or infrared capability

Answer

Low-light or infrared (IR) cameras can capture clear images in darkness, making them essential for nighttime parking lot surveillance.

Question 4

Which video surveillance storage method continuously overwrites oldest footage when capacity is reached?

Accepted Answer

Circular/loop recording

Answer

Circular or loop recording automatically overwrites the oldest video data once storage is full, ensuring continuous coverage.

Question 5

In an intrusion detection system, what is a 'zone'?

Accepted Answer

A defined area or circuit monitored by one or more sensors

Answer

A zone is a specific area or sensor circuit that the alarm panel monitors independently, allowing precise identification of where an alarm triggered.

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