The following features are included with PGP Desktop Storage in both centrally managed and unmanaged installations.
Windows Vista Support
PGP Desktop Storage now supports all 32-bit editions of Microsoft’s new Windows Vista operating system.
Policy-Driven Encryption of Removable Media
PGP Desktop Storage users managed by PGP Universal Server automatically apply encryption of removable media according to policy, ensuring consistent data protection for these easily lost devices.
Single Sign-On to Windows
Single sign-on for MS Windows provides password synchronisation, enabling strong password security enforcement by leveraging the Windows domain password policies without replacing MS Windows' existing sign-on code.
Partition-Based Encryption
Partition-based encryption enables PGP Whole Disk Encryption to encrypt only designated disk partitions, providing added compatibility for systems with multiple operating systems or existing recovery partitions.
Self-Expanding PGP Virtual Disks
Self-expanding PGP Virtual Disks automatically grow to accommodate increases in data size, eliminating initial space allocation constraints.
Support for Mac OS X
Encryption for removable and non-boot disks enable cross-platform sharing of encrypted media.
PGP NetShare
Files remain encrypted from the desktop, across the network, and when stored on the server. Encryption and access rights remain with files on the server, when downloaded or copied to local desktops, and when backed up or archived. No changes in user behavior or training is needed. Users simply click on a .doc, .xls, or .ppt file as before.
Directory Access Control Rights
PGP NetShare files and folders have associated access controls. Files are automatically encrypted according to policy, so only authorised users can open files. Unauthorised users who access these files see only ciphertext.
Role Separation
IT administrators can access PGP NetShare–protected files and folders for management and backup processes, without requiring content viewing privileges. With PGP NetShare, personnel who are not explicitly given access rights cannot view documents, even offline copies.
Centralised Management, Deployment, & Policy
Automate provisioning, user and key management, and policy enforcement across email, disk, removable media, and network file encryption using PGP Universal Server's Web-based management console. Role-based administrative access enables administrative separation of duties.
Assured Data Access
Patented PGP Additional Decryption Key (ADK) technology ensures corporate access to encrypted data (according to policy) in the event a key is lost or when required by regulatory mandates.
Multiple Ways to Share Data
Users can create storage-independent encrypted containers for transport and sharing of specific files using PGP Virtual Disk, PGP Zip, and PGP Self-Decrypting Archive.
PGP Virtual Disk – Enables users to create encrypted personal volumes, providing a unique, secured storage space with an added layer of data security.
PGP Zip – Enables single-step creation of secure, encrypted, compressed archives.
PGP Self-Decrypting Archives – Executables that can be decrypted without PGP Desktop, making them ideal for securing files intended for non-PGP users. (Windows only)
Secure File Deletion
PGP Shredder & PGP Wipe – Allow users to securely and permanently eliminate all traces of files from a disk.
Centrally Managed Features
The following features are available when PGP Desktop Storage is centrally managed with PGP Universal Server.
Centrally Enforced Security Policy
- Leverages an existing LDAP or Microsoft Active Directory to automatically assign security policies based on user group attributes.
- Policy enforces disk and removable media encryption and prevents users from decrypting disks or uninstalling the software.
- Enables creation and modification of PGP NetShare–protected resources.
Event Logging
Comprehensive logs record all administrative and disk operations for auditing and security best practices.
Recovery Passphrase
Automatically resets the recovery passphrase after each use, reducing administrative overhead.
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PGP Perpetual License with PGP Maintenance entitles the customer to use the designated PGP software indefinitely, plus receive all Upgrades and Updates to the licensed software during the valid PGP Maintenance period; PGP Maintenance must be renewed annually. A Perpetual License with PGP Maintenance is available for all new PGP Command Line, PGP Desktop, PGP NetShare, PGP Whole Disk Encryption, PGP Universal Gateway Email, and PGP Universal Server products.
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PGP Maintenance License Renewal entitles a customer with a Perpetual License with expiring PGP Maintenance to continue to receive Software Upgrades and Software Updates during the term of the renewed Software Insurance, typically 1 year.
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PGP Subscription License entitles the customer to use the designated PGP software during the subscription period designated on the order, typically 1 year. Customers choosing Subscription Licenses receive the current version of PGP software and all Upgrades and Updates to the licensed software during the subscription period. Subscription Licenses are available for all new PGP Command Line, PGP Desktop, PGP NetShare, PGP Whole Disk Encryption, PGP Universal Gateway Email, and PGP Universal Server products.
PGP Basic Support - PGP Basic Support provides customers access to PGP Support Engineers and the PGP Support Portal. PGP Support Engineers are available by telephone Call Me Back, email, and the Web 8x5 during normal business hours.
PGP Premium Support - PGP Premium Support provides enhanced accessibility, with round-the-clock 24x5 availability to enhance the organisation's operational readiness during the business week.