CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) — Question 378

Which of the following best describes the concept of information being stored outside of its country of origin while still being subject to the laws and requirements of the country of origin?

Answer options

• A. Data sovereignty
• B. Geolocation
• C. Intellectual property
• D. Geographic restrictions

Correct answer: A

Explanation

Data sovereignty refers to the principle that data is subject to the laws of the country where it is collected, even if it is stored elsewhere. Geolocation pertains to identifying the physical location of data, while intellectual property deals with legal rights over creations. Geographic restrictions refer to limitations based on location, but do not encompass the legal implications of data storage across borders.