On Nov 11, 2011, at 13:11 , Sam R wrote:
> This particular user had gone so far as to have their home directory 
> encrypted. We didn't do this for him, but this is good! This laptop traveled 
> with the user, and we really didn't want a "left in a taxi" information 
> breach.

Most encryption systems will allow you to set up a "master password" or similar 
that can also decrypt any home directory or partition on the system.   

This can often be pushed out via your imaging or management system and covers 
other scenarios as well, like "employee hit by truck".  

- Zack 

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Zack Williams - Artisan Computer Services - 520.867.8701
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Apple Certified System Administrator, Apple Consultants Network
Microsoft Certified Professional, Small Business Specialist
Sun Certified System Administrator
Linux Professional Institute LPIC-1


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