Service remotely encrypts or deletes data

[news=http://www.everdream.com/images/logo.gif]Desktop management service provider Everdream on Tuesday announced a service that makes it possible to encrypt or delete data even after a laptop has gone missing.

The new Everdream "Theft Recovery Managed Service" allows organizations to retain control over lost or stolen PCs and laptops, the Fremont, Calif., company said in a statement. The service also can assist law enforcement with the tracking, locating and recovery of computers, the company said.

When a missing PC is connected to the Internet, it automatically contacts Everdream. This triggers encryption or deletion of data on the computer, based on the customer's setting, Everdream said.

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You could always format the drive or replace it. But more than likely it will be the buyer that gets caught not the thief/seller. Besides that, whats to stop a thief in the know from just deleting the software prior to going on line.

Half of the people that steal laptops only know where to get there next fix.

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Originally Posted by Knocky

Half of the people that steal laptops only know where to get there next fix.

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Good point , I just thought the story was interesting tho how far security has come . Now if they could only make it blow up in the scums face . :D