FierceCIOFierceCIOTechWatchFierceMobileITFierceContentManagementFierceGovernmentIT   FierceVoIPFierceHealthITFierceFinanceIT

How to secure the wireless laptop fleet

Tools
Tags
Mobile Users
data access
undertaking
switches
combination

Going wireless is easy, but making sure all the various devices in play are protected is a constant challenge. In particular, securing those wireless laptops can be a huge undertaking as it requires both IT skill and user education. And there is no justifiable reason for failing to secure them, since so many companies have learned the hard way with the rash of laptop thefts. The initial step is to learn about the various tools available--Internet tracking systems that let you know if a stolen device is logged on to internal networks, "kill" switches that shut down a device once it's stolen and encryption technologies that thwart data access. Experts say a combination of all three approaches is the best way to go if you want to cover all the bases. Learn about the increasing number of tools coming to market that will help secure laptops and the critical company data they house. Article