CompTIA Project+ (PK0-005)Basics of IT and GovernanceMedium
A software development project is migrating its source code repositories to a new cloud-based version control system. The project manager needs to ensure that all historical versions of the code are maintained and that developers can only access repositories relevant to their assigned projects. Which aspect of data governance is most critical in this scenario?
- AData Quality
- BAccess Control
- CData Lineage
- DData Retention
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: B. Access Control
Access control ensures that only authorized users can view or modify specific data or resources. In this scenario, limiting developers to relevant repositories directly addresses access control concerns, alongside maintaining historical versions.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Data quality focuses on the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of data, not specifically who can access it.
- C. Data lineage tracks the data's journey from origin to destination, which is about tracing transformations, not access permissions.
- D. Data retention deals with how long data is stored and disposed of, which is partially relevant for historical versions but doesn't cover who can access it.
Access Control
A security technique that regulates who or what can view or use resources in a computing environment.
- Ensures data confidentiality and integrity.
- Typically uses authentication and authorization.
- Can be role-based, attribute-based, or discretionary.
Memory trick: Govern your data like a kingdom: control who enters, what they do, and keep it in good shape.