Certified Information Privacy Technologist (CIPT) — Question 124

What is the main function of the Amnesic Incognito Live System or TAILS device?

Answer options

• A. It allows the user to run a self-contained computer from a USB device.
• B. It accesses systems with a credential that leaves no discernable tracks.
• C. It encrypts data stored on any computer on a network.
• D. It causes a system to suspend its security protocols.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because TAILS is designed to be a portable operating system that can be booted from a USB stick, allowing users to operate a computer without leaving traces. Option B is incorrect as TAILS focuses on anonymity and privacy rather than credential access. Options C and D are also incorrect because TAILS does not primarily encrypt data on networks or disable security protocols.