Which type of disaster recovery site has servers already configured with necessary software to minimize downtime?

A hot site is a fully operational off-site facility that includes hardware, software, and data, all configured and ready to take over operations quickly in the event of a disaster. This type of site is designed to minimize downtime by ensuring that organizations can switch to this alternative site with little to no interruption in service.

In a hot site, the servers are kept on standby and are usually updated frequently to mirror the primary site’s current data and applications. This high level of preparedness allows businesses to maintain continuity and ensures that critical operations can resume almost immediately after a disaster strikes.

In contrast, the other options represent varying levels of preparedness. A hosted site generally refers to a cloud service where resources are managed by a third-party provider, which may not necessarily include immediate setup for disaster recovery. A cold site is an empty facility waiting to be set up post-disaster, needing substantial lead time for configuration and software installation. A warm site provides some pre-configured hardware and software but may not be as immediately ready as a hot site, often requiring additional time to fully operationalize.