GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC) — Question 1

When are Group Policy Objects (GPOs) NOT applied automatically to workstations?

Answer options

• A. At 90-minute intervals
• B. At logon
• C. Every time Windows Explorer is launched
• D. At boot-up

Correct answer: C

Explanation

Group Policy Objects (GPOs) are typically applied at logon, at boot-up, and at regular intervals, such as every 90 minutes. However, they are not applied every time Windows Explorer is opened, making option C the correct choice. The other options describe times when GPOs are indeed applied.