FileVault2 Encryption

Tags Software

Description

Software for encrypting an individual Mac computer's hard drive. 

For sensitive data or for cases where you need to be able to recover a lost or forgotten encryption key, you should use PGP Encryption .

Access

How to Install

  1. In Applications, open Self Service.

  2. Select FileVault2 Encryption.

  3. Click the enable button and follow the steps in the FileVault2 dialog to encrypt your hard drive and securely store your key.

Who can access

  • Anyone with a Mac computer.

Features

Platform

  • Mac

Additional resources

Service support

Get help

  • Visit the Technology Help Center ( help.ohio.edu ) to get live support, view outages, and browse trainings.

Accessibility

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If you experience a barrier that affects your ability to access OHIO websites, videos, online forums, documents, or other information technology, please let us know . 
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Security

The Ohio University Information Security Office strives to educate and empower the University community to appropriately manage risks and protect OHIO’s information and systems. This effort is facilitated through policies, standards, and information security risk management program, as well as other tools and guidance that are provided to the University community. This modern approach creates a safe computing environment in which the University community can teach, learn, and conduct research. 

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