Multiple choice technology databases

What is the impact if DSS database goes down

  1. Authorization impacted

  2. Authentication impacted

  3. Billing period data unavailable

  4. alert info unavailable

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The DSS (likely Directory Security Service or similar) handles authentication - verifying user identity. If it goes down, users cannot log in or authenticate, though authorized users' existing sessions may continue to function temporarily. Authorization (permissions) and billing data are handled by separate services.