prescrcriptiveitive. now look at definition of prescriptive. The definition of prescriptive is the imposition of rules, or something that has become established because it has been going on a long time and has become customary. A handbook dictating the rules for proper behavior is an example of something that would be described as a prescriptive handbookules are being implimented.
Preventative controls describe any security measure that's designed to stop unwanted or unauthorized activity from occurring. Examples include physical controls such as fences, locks, and alarm systems; technical controls such as antivirus software, firewalls, and IPSs; and administrative controls like separation of duties, data classification, and auditing. https://www.f5.com/labs/articles/education/what-are-security-controls