Full disk encryption for OS X is here
Check Point announced the release of Check Point Full Disk Encryption for Mac OS X, the industry’s first full-disk encryption solution with pre-boot authentication to support the Mac OS X. Check Point Full Disk Encryption now supports all major laptop and desktop operating systems, including Mac OS X version 10.4.5 Tiger and 10.5 Leopard.
Features and benefits of Check Point Full Disk Encryption include:
* Industry-leading full-disk encryption protects lost or stolen data
* Pre-boot authentication requires username and password before the operating system loads, increasing security
* Automatic and transparent operation has minimal effect on end users’ productivity
* Centralized management simplifies setup and administration, providing lowest total cost of ownership
* Multi-certified cryptography engine addresses adherence to state and federal privacy laws
* Scalable deployment meets the needs of any size enterprise, business or government agency.L33tdawg: I for one have been waiting for full disk encryption for OS X for quite some time. There's no pricing details on how much this solution from Check Point costs but it'll be interesting to see how long it takes for the guys from TrueCrypt to come up with a similar and free offering.
