Storage Management Strategies for the CIO
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What level of support does storage encryption require once it's been implemented?
I only have to maintain a relatively small environment, so I don't have the same kind of personal experience as someone in a large enterprise. However, I have talked to a number of colleagues that claim that it doesn't need a lot of support, if it's ... FAQ
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Is encryption required for compliance with current privacy and security laws?
I'll give you the customary analyst/lawyer answer, it depends. Some of the regulations... FAQ
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What type of encryption is best: Hardware, whole disk or file- and directory-based?
Well, it's dependant on your environment. If you are trying to encrypt disks in a storage area network (SAN) or network attached storage (NAS) environment, you may not have a choice except to go with whatever your vendor offers... FAQ
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It seems like all mobile and fixed drives need to be encrypted to be secure. Is this true?
No, not necessarily. It all depends on where your sensitive information is stored... FAQ
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Why is encrypting data in transit not enough?
Well, that's simple. It's because data is at rest most of the time... FAQ
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With power-on passwords and login passwords available, what's the value of hard drive encryption?
Anyone who's determined to gain access to a drive is going to be able to bypass BIOS passwords or Windows passwords... FAQ
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First off, what business problems does storage encryption fix?
Simply, storage encryption keeps data out of the hands of people that shouldn't have access to it... FAQ
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What are some common mistakes and oversights when implementing storage encryption?
The first one that comes to mind is the assumption that if it's encrypted, then it's secure. I think this is a dangerous mindset... FAQ
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Tape encryption tool purchase considerations
Storage administrators who use tape-based encryption won't slow up their backups and will have peace of mind knowing that the tape content is secure. But LTO-4 tape drives have specific encryption issues. Buying Guide
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How to purchase a data encryption product
Data security is now a critical problem for every company, regardless of size. This buying guide explores the factors involved in purchasing data encryption hardware and software products. Buying Guide