Encryption is one of the safest and most cost effective technologies available to secure data. Governing bodies mandate the usage of encryption to ensure data at rest or in transmit is secure. Some of the standards out there include HIPAA, PCI, SOX, etc. all of which have a high reliance on a proper implementation.
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This article is to discuss some of the options available that are cost effective for small businesses and individuals that use Microsoft based operating systems such as Windows 7 Professional.
Three viable cost effective options for small businesses and individuals
1) BitLocker (FREE FEATURE WITH WINDOWS 10 UPGRADE - LIMITED TIME)
BitLocker s a built-in encryption feature that Microsoft has made available in the later versions of Windows. The software allows you to encrypt and hard drives and have them available on other systems without the need for special software programs.
If you are running Windows 7 Professional or above or Windows 8.1 Professional, you are eligible for the FREE Windows 10 upgrade that unlocks this feature, but time is running out.
BitLocker s a built-in encryption feature that Microsoft has made available in the later versions of Windows. The software allows you to encrypt and hard drives and have them available on other systems without the need for special software programs.
If you are running Windows 7 Professional or above or Windows 8.1 Professional, you are eligible for the FREE Windows 10 upgrade that unlocks this feature, but time is running out.
2) Disk Cryptor (http://www.diskcryptor.net/wiki/Main_Page) (FREE)
Open Source Microsoft Windows Encryption software that is compatible with all the different Microsoft Based operating systems. You can force your system to prompt for a password every time the system is booted.
Open Source Microsoft Windows Encryption software that is compatible with all the different Microsoft Based operating systems. You can force your system to prompt for a password every time the system is booted.
3) VeraCrypt (https://www.idrix.fr/) (FREE)
Another open ource Microsoft Windows Encryption software that is compatible with all the different Microsoft Based operating systems. The code is based on the end of lifed TrueCrypt software. You can force your system to prompt for a password every time the system is booted.
Another open ource Microsoft Windows Encryption software that is compatible with all the different Microsoft Based operating systems. The code is based on the end of lifed TrueCrypt software. You can force your system to prompt for a password every time the system is booted.
Three viable cost effective options for mid size businesses (more than 10 computers/workstations)1) Symantec End Point Encryption (Popular product based on PGP)
2) Sophos SafeGuard Encryption
3) McAfee Complete Data Protection
2) Sophos SafeGuard Encryption
3) McAfee Complete Data Protection
Encryption methodologies when used effectively, can protect you, your organization, and your clients.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me directly.
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