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A script for secure login with thumbwheel drive
Authored by: webbix on Sep 28, '04 03:37:53PM

That was reply was a little harsh but also simplistic.

While only blocking a user from logging in without the USB storage device would provide marginal additional security to the unit configuring the unit to prevent booting without the USB drive inserted is something that would provide stronger security. There are portables (only aware of windows units) that encrypt the entire drive and will not boot without a dongle or USB device inserted. This provides ultimate security even in the event of theft or drive removal. I have no idea what it would take to emulate that but would have no interest personally in using it. Too much that could happen with all data encrypted.



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