ProtectTools

4 Embedded Security for ProtectTools
NOTE The integrated Trusted Platform Module (TPM) embedded security chip must be
installed in your computer to use Embedded Security for ProtectTools.
Embedded Security for ProtectTools protects against unauthorized access to user data or credentials.
This software module provides the following security features:
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Enhanced Microsoft Encryption File System (EFS) file and folder encryption
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Creation of a personal secure drive (PSD) for protecting user data
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Data management functions, such as backing up and restoring the key hierarchy
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Support for third-party applications (such as Microsoft Outlook and Internet Explorer) for protected
digital certificate operations when using the Embedded Security software
The TPM embedded security chip enhances and enables other ProtectTools Security Manager security
features. For example, Credential Manager for ProtectTools can use the embedded chip as an
authentication factor when the user logs on to Windows. On select models, the TPM embedded security
chip also enables enhanced BIOS security features accessed through BIOS Configuration for
ProtectTools.
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