What is a standard configuration and policy set that is applied to systems and virtual machines called? 

Answer options:

A. Standardization
B. Baseline
C. Hardening
D. Redline

B

The most common and efficient manner of securing operating systems is through the use of baselines. A baseline is a standardized and understood set of base configurations and settings. When a new system is built or a new virtual machine is established, baselines will be applied to a new image to ensure the base configuration meets organizational policy and regulatory requirements.