HP Client Security Commercial Managed IT Software Technical whitepaper

HP Client Security Technical Whitepaper
August 2016
747889-002
© Copyright 2016 HP Development Company, L.P.
HP Security Strategy 11
Absolute Persistence
1
(See Absolute Data & Device
Security on page 34)
Once subscribed and activated for supported Absolute services
(purchased separately), the Persistence Module ensures that
activated Absolute software services, such as Absolute Data &
Device Security (DDS), formerly Absolute Computrace, have their
agent replaced in Windows, if it is ever removed. For more
information visit http://www.absolute.com/.
Master Boot Record Security
Backup and then restore your MBR if it gets compromised.
Software-based
Absolute Data & Device
Security (DDS)
1
(See Absolute Data & Device
Security on page 34)
Enables remote management, risk assessment, and reporting.
Allows remote Find, Lock, or Wipe.
Microsoft Security Essentials
(Win7) / Microsoft Defender
(Win8.x)
2
Prevents and detects most malware attacks from compromising
a PC, not based on subscriptions that can expire.
Hardware-based
Physical device security:
chassis security kits, locks,
cables, and sensors
HP supports a variety of accessories to protect against physical
loss of a device and its hardware components.
1. Absolute agent is shipped turned off, and will be activated when customers activate a purchased subscription.
Subscriptions can be purchased for terms ranging multiple years. Service is limited, check with Absolute for availability
outside the U.S. The Absolute Recovery Guarantee is a limited warranty. Certain conditions apply. For full details visit:
http://www.absolute.com/company/legal/agreements/computrace-agreement.
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