Question

joe, a bookkeeper, works in a cubicle environment and is often called away from his desk. joe doesnt want to sign out of his computer each time he leaves. which of the following is the best solutions for securing joes workstation?

• change the default account names and passwords.
• configure the screen saver to require a password.
• apply multifactor authentication on his computer.
• set a strong password, that require special characters.
• i want to review this question later. (optional)

Explanation:

This solution balances security and convenience for Joe: it automatically locks his workstation when he steps away (via screen saver activation) without requiring him to manually sign out, while still requiring a password to regain access. Other options either don't address the immediate need of securing the workstation when left unattended quickly, or add unnecessary friction for frequent short absences.

Answer:

Configure the screen saver to require a password.