CompTIA Server+ (SK0-005) — Question 52

A server administrator needs to create a new folder on a file server that only specific users can access. Which of the following BEST describes how the server administrator can accomplish this task?

Answer options

• A. Create a group that includes all users and assign it to an ACL.
• B. Assign individual permissions on the folder to each user.
• C. Create a group that includes all users and assign the proper permissions.
• D. Assign ownership on the folder for each user.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because creating a group with all users and assigning appropriate permissions allows for easier management of access control. Option A is incorrect since applying an ACL to a group that includes all users would grant access to everyone, not just specific users. Option B is less efficient as it requires managing permissions for each user individually, while option D does not effectively control access for a group of users.