CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601) — Question 125

Which of the following environments utilizes dummy data and is MOST likely to be installed locally on a system that allows code to be assessed directly and modified easily with each build?

Answer options

• A. Production
• B. Test
• C. Staging
• D. Development

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, Development, as this environment is specifically designed for coding and testing new features, allowing for easy modification and testing with dummy data. Options A (Production) and C (Staging) are intended for final testing and deployment, where changes are less frequent. Option B (Test) is focused on validating the code but is not necessarily tied to a local setup for direct modifications.