Workstation Hard Disk Encryption
- Frank Gonzales
Workstation hard drive encryption policies require all connected storage to be encrypted so that data cannot be accessed from a computer without the proper keys or user authentication. Encryption policies apply to both Windows and Mac computers and are managed by ITS.
Looking for help with a locked computer or encrypting an external/USB drive?
See Disk Encyption Help
Due to the nature of our work at Cal Poly, university-owned computers may have access to sensitive data dependent on a user’s role.
It is the responsibility of Cal Poly to safeguard any data that is accessed and stored locally on all computers and protect that data from misuse.
Windows Encryption Resources
MacOS Encryption Resources
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