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Unused ports in a switch should be disabled to prevent an attacker from using the port to attack the network from the inside, or to "listen" in on data conversations.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 10y agobecause those ports arent being used
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Where can ports on a motherboard be disabled at?
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Ports on the motherboard can be disabled or enabled in what setup?
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Ports on the motherboard can be disabled or enabled in?
CMOS setup
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A description if given of how to fix the problem of USB ports being disabled in this feature if you are experiencing USB connection problems.
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