Mntsnow
09-07-2004, 8:02 AM
Having basically replaced floppy disks as the portable media of choice for small amounts of PC data, USB flash drives are pursuing more widespread adoption, sporting faster data transfer speeds, advanced features for desktop mobility and security, and lower prices.
However, that very popularity and versatility make them security risks for businesses, according to a recent report from Gartner Research, which recommends that companies consider forbidding the use of uncontrolled, privately owned devices on their equipment. The U.S. Department of Energy already has banned USB flash drives and other portable storage, such as Apple IPods, from the workplace, saying copying and stealing sensitive data with them is just too easy. Read more at PCworld (http://www.pcworld.com/news/article/0,aid,117636,00.asp)
However, that very popularity and versatility make them security risks for businesses, according to a recent report from Gartner Research, which recommends that companies consider forbidding the use of uncontrolled, privately owned devices on their equipment. The U.S. Department of Energy already has banned USB flash drives and other portable storage, such as Apple IPods, from the workplace, saying copying and stealing sensitive data with them is just too easy. Read more at PCworld (http://www.pcworld.com/news/article/0,aid,117636,00.asp)