What is the appropriate way to label an approved portable hard drive containing classified information?

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What is the appropriate way to label an approved portable hard drive containing classified information?

A.Label with the owner's name and department only
B.Label with a generic identifier like "External Drive"
C.No labeling is required for portable hard drives
D.Label with the highest classification level and any applicable caveats

Detailed Solution:

Correct Answer: Label with the highest classification level and any applicable caveats

An approved portable hard drive containing classified information must be labeled with the highest classification level (e.g., SECRET, TOP SECRET) and any applicable caveats (e.g., SCI, NOFORN) to ensure proper handling and security, as per standards like those from the U.S. DoD or NIST guidelines.

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