New Campus Security Tools with PGP Desktop Whole Disk Encryption
What is PGP Desktop Whole Disk Encryption?
PGP Desktop Whole Disk Encryption is a security tool which allows your entire system to be protected via an encryption process which makes content contained on your PC system inaccessible to anyone without appropriate access or key information. Once your entire system has been encrypted this process generally operates transparently as to allow you to conduct standard activities on your system without disruption by encryption activities.
How will PGP Desktop Whole Disk Encryption impact password usage?
In addition to Novell Netware authentication, the deployment of PGP Desktop Whole Disk Encryption on your system will enforce a key usage requirement for system access. Your key will generally be created in the format of a password or passphrase.
Why is Georgia State University using PGP Encryption technology?
In order to protect our system and its users, Georgia State University has employed PGP Desktop Whole Disk Encryption in order to facilitate enhancement of information security standards. The impact of this system will hopefully prevent potential information security threats and allow Georgia State to become a leader of information security best practices
Is PGP Desktop Whole Disk Encryption software available to all Georgia State University network system users?
PGP Desktop Whole Disk Encryption Software is currently available to a rationed group of network system users. These rationed groups are summarized as groups who manage or process sensitive information on behalf of Georgia State University.
How can PGP Desktop Whole Disk Encryption be obtained for installation?
Eligible users may obtain PGP Desktop Whole Disk Encryption software by request via the IS&T Help Center at help@gsu.edu or 404-413-HELP (4357). You may also contact your local technical administrator for support policies related to your department.
How much space will my system need to allocate for Installation of PGP Desktop Whole Disk Encryption?
Before installation ensure that your system meets the minimum requirements:
a. 512 MB of RAM
b. 64 MB hard disk space
c. PGP is supported on Microsoft Windows 2000 (Service Pack 4), Windows Server 2003 (Service Pack 1), Windows XP (Service Pack 1 or 2), Windows Vista (all 32-bit and 64-bit versions), Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition 2005 (requires attached keyboard)
How much time is required for the completion of PGP Desktop Whole Disk Encryption installation and encryption?
The installation period regarding PGP Desktop Whole Disk Encryption usually varies according to system speed. The typical time for installation of PGP Desktop Whole Disk Encryption is approximately 10 minutes; while PGP Whole Disk Encryption requires 1.5 hours for encryption of an entire system. If you are planning to install PGP Desktop Whole Disk Encryption on your system ensure that ample time is available to install the software on your system without interference of simultaneous activities.
Will installation of PGP Desktop Whole Disk Encryption Interrupt simultaneous activities performed by my system?
PGP Desktop Whole Disk Encryption should be installed without the instance of concurrent activities. If PGP Desktop Whole Disk Encryption is installed while another program or function is being performed by your system you may experience installation failure or a system error. Following installation of PGP Desktop Whole Disk Encryption you may perform synchronized system activities during the encryption process.
How can I change my passpharse?
When is it necessary to decrypt a disk?
If you plan to uninstall PGP Desktop Whole Disk Encryption you must decrypt your system prior to uninstalling PGP Desktop Whole Disk Encryption.
Who can I contact regarding questions about PGP Desktop Whole Disk Encryption?
You may contact your local technical support group or the IS&T Help Center at help@gsu.edu or 404-413-HELP (4357) for questions regarding PGP Desktop Whole Disk Encryption. The Help Center will accommodate specific answers regarding questions relevant to PGP Desktop Whole Disk Encryption and route various inquires to an appropriate Georgia State technical support division(s).