BitLocker-To-Go

Windows 7 has arrived, and with it comes several new features that will surely benefit small businesses. One of the most intriguing of those is Bitlocker-to-go. While this feature was available with Vista it has been revamped and improved upon for Windows 7.

As everyone knows, company data is of the utmost importance. Performing nightly backups is only one step in protecting and saving our data. But what about protecting the data of mobile users? According to Safeware Insurance Agency in Columbus Ohio, more than 600,000 laptops are stolen or lost every year. With thousands of laptops and USB drives going missing, Bitlocker–to-go will allow these users to encrypt data on their laptops and their removable storage. This means that if you lose your removable storage device your data is safe. This is important because it allows businesses to comply with strict data protection laws. Complying with these laws will save businesses from having to pay costly fines. It also allows businesses to protect their reputations. We have all seen what can happen to businesses, no matter how big or small, once sensitive data falls into the wrong hands.

We invite you to call us at 682-4990 or Email Us to find out more about Windows 7 and how its new set of features can increase your company’s productivity and security.