Georgia DECA Advertising Practice Test

How can an individual employee help protect company information on a daily basis?

1. Log out of his/her computer when leaving work

2. Share passwords with colleagues

3. Leave the computer unlocked

4. Keep sensitive documents on the desk

The correct answer is: Log out of his/her computer when leaving work

Logging out of a computer when leaving work is a critical practice for securing company information. By doing so, an employee ensures that unauthorized individuals cannot access sensitive data or systems while the employee is away. This action helps prevent potential breaches of confidential information, which could arise if someone else uses the unlocked computer to access files or applications. This practice reflects a personal responsibility toward data protection and contributes to a culture of security within the workplace. It minimizes the risk of data theft or misuse, particularly when working in environments where others may have access to shared spaces or when employees are frequently moving around. The other actions listed do not promote security; sharing passwords undermines access controls, leaving a computer unlocked creates an open opportunity for someone to access sensitive files, and keeping sensitive documents on a desk can lead to unauthorized viewing or loss of important information.