What is whole disk encryption?

What will be an ideal response?


Cryptography can be applied to entire disks. This is known as whole disk encryption and protects all data on a hard drive. One example of whole disk encryption software is included in Microsoft Windows 7 and is known as BitLocker drive encryption software. BitLocker encrypts the entire system volume, including the Windows Registry and any temporary files that might hold confidential information. BitLocker prevents attackers from accessing data by booting from another operating system or placing the hard drive in another computer.

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How are firefighters' behaviors influenced?

A) Attitudes B) Mentoring C) Training D) All of the above

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Which of the following statements best defines elastance?

a. Ability of a structure to stretch. b. Ability of a structure to return to its natu-ral shape after stretching. c. Ability of a structure to stretch and remain in that position. d. Ability of a structure to fill and empty during static conditions.

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Mrs. Adamson is to take 2 tablespoons of medication every 6 hours for 10 days. The pharmacy will have to dispense a total of ________ fluid ounces for this prescription. 

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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