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Endpoint Security for Protecting Data on Mobile Computers

Overview Laptop computers and mobile devices have caused major data security issues in recent years. For IT departments, encryption and policy enforcement have proven ineffective against data breaches resulting from careless use and insider threats.

This paper discusses how endpoint security adds critical layers to encryption. Learn how you can improve real-time accountability and control of laptops and the sensitive information contained on them to ensure data protection regardless of end-user action.

Further White Paper Details
Publisher	Absolute Software	File Format	PDF
Date Published	March 2008
Format	White Papers
Topics	Asset Management, Network Security, Security Standards, Security Management, Laptops, Biometrics, Data Recovery - Security

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Channel:
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Channel:
Public Sector
Tags:
data loss,
hmrc,
mod

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Publisher:
ZDNet UK

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Publisher:
ntl:Telewest Business

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Publisher:
IBM

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Publisher:
IBM

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