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Mobile Device Security for Faculty

Laptops, handheld computers and mobile phones can be easily stolen.  This puts you and the University at risk in terms of loss of information and/or liability for such loss.        

Security for Laptops and Mobile Phones

• Laptops should be encrypted with Utimaco Safeguard. 
• Use password protection on your mobile phone.
• If the device is not encrypted, be sure any sensitive files have been protected using Windows Rights Management (WRM).
• Use strong passwords, and safely protect the passwords against disclosure and loss.
• Transport your laptop in the locked trunk of your car, or disguise it if using the trunk is not possible.
• In a hotel, secure your laptop using a cable lock or leave it in safe keeping in the hotel safe.

• Take your laptop as carry-on luggage when traveling. Theft is a danger within airport security – screening mechanism cause laptop owners to become distracted when separated from their belongings. 
• Be aware that some countries have import laws preventing the import of technology such as modems and strong encryption.  Check to make sure that you are not violating import or export laws.