Damage type question

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I think I understand this but I'm asking anyway:

When you select a damage type like 'Shields Only' it damages components with the ability 'generates shield points' right? The component is targeted because of its ability, not its name or some other factor, correct?

If so, do weapons that target 'security stations' destroy 'boarding defense' components, and therefore can be used to destroy Crew Quarters?