Do you password protect your computer ?

[DJMaxG]

Just an interest query really

[OllieJames]

Surely there should be an option for 'Shared Computer With Family - No'?

I used to password protect - but don't bother anymore.

[DJMaxG]

Ah, there were so many options, I didnt want it getting too confusing. If a mod could add an extra option ;)

[Vectis]

Bit of an oxymoron isn't it? "Password" and "Protect" in the same phrase? :o

Full hardware-level encryption is the safest bet, without spending a fortune.

:beer1:

[DJMaxG]

Full hardware-level encryption is the safest bet, without spending a fortune

I was reffering to password protecting the user account(s).

"Hardware-level" encyption? - explain more :p

[Vectis]

explain more :p

Google, meet Max. Max, meet Google. Oh, and here comes Wikipedia... Wiki - meet Max!

[Shaun]

Google, meet Max. Max, meet Google. Oh, and here comes Wikipedia... Wiki - meet Max!

:rofl:

[DJMaxG]

If we all used Google - there wouldnt be any forums around :p

Oh, and by the way Vectis

:ontopic:

[A1DL]

Just an interest query really

planning a change of hobbies from bedroom DJing to bedroom computer hacking, are we, Maxwell? :whistle:

[Daryll]

As my wife has no interest in computers ,and there only two of us , I have no password , however my cat seems to have an interest in the PDSA (http://www.pdsa.org.uk/) , I might start , next thing the cat will be using my debit card and there will be sack loads of small dead rodents being delivered :eek: :D :D

[TonyB]

Linux machines are password protected as they don't give you an option not to when you set them up (can be got around but makes things a bit more secure to leave as is).

Windows machines have passwords as it makes them easier to network with Linux (using Samba) and remote desktop doesn't work without a password.

[DJMaxG]

I thought I set the poll to "public" and the expiration was monday :confused: :confused: :confused:

[Shaun]

I thought I set the poll to "public" and the expiration was monday

It is - click 'view poll results'


.... and the expiration was monday

You've set it to close 12 days from the time of posting it.

[DJMaxG]

Im sure I set monday as an expiration date, I think it has happened before when I have set polls :eek:

[Shaun]

Im sure I set monday as an expiration date, I think it has happened before when I have set polls :eek:

I've tested the poll expiration functions and they work fine. Software error, no. User error... :zip:

[rob1963]

I only have one computer, and it's password protected for my peace of mind.

[BeerFunk]

As mentioned by Tony, passwords are essential within even a small home network if you have different resources, which you want to assign different access rights. So yes, all the computers, or, more precisely, user accounts have passwords in my house.

[JamesXP]

I bet that 75% of your main accounts are administrator accounts, and the physical OS install never had a password for the main admin account accessible via safe mode :)

[Jiggles]

Passworded on all accounts then all data is encrypted with 128 bit encryption. :)

[SC Events]

My laptop that I use pretty much all day everyday is passworded as it contains personal and business information.

[DJMaxG]

Passworded on all accounts then all data is encrypted with 128 bit encryption. :)

Do you encrypt each individual file?

[Jiggles]

Do you encrypt each individual file?

Its all part of the OS. I have it set up so my home folder is encrypted and when i login in it encrypt and de-encrypts as needed.

[Solitaire Events Ltd]

I can't believe people have got encryption on laptops when it's only them who use them and they live at home or with their family. Is there really any need?

[Shaun]

I can't believe people have got encryption on laptops when it's only them who use them and they live at home or with their family. Is there really any need?

In the event of a burglary, encryption on the laptops might be a good thing?

I have a dog with good hearing and big teeth, so I don't have passwords on any of mine.

[Booche]

In the event of a burglary, encryption on the laptops might be a good thing?

I have a dog with good hearing and big teeth, so I don't have passwords on any of mine.

Your not joking :sofa: :coat: :run:

http://www.all4humor.com/images/files/Big%20Tooth%20Dog.jpg

[Vectis]

I can't believe people have got encryption on laptops when it's only them who use them and they live at home or with their family. Is there really any need?

If the software's sitting there as part of the OS, then why not?

It's a bit like disconnecting the airbags on the your car because you've never had an accident.

Although these OS-based encryption schemes aren't that hot unless they're linked to a TPM chip for example. But better than nothing and will certainly stop casual data theft.

[DeckstarDeluxe]

I can't believe people have got encryption on laptops when it's only them who use them and they live at home or with their family. Is there really any need?

nope, and I dont.

[Shaun]

Taxi for Booche. :d

[DJMaxG]

Its all part of the OS. I have it set up so my home folder is encrypted and when i login in it encrypt and de-encrypts as needed.

Automatic encryption then, sounds good :approve:

I just have a basic password protected administrator account (no other user accounts), and if the hdd was removed, files could easily be browsed, I reckon.

If a computer was taken, I think I would reset all my passwords for websites, banking etc, have my cards stopped and replaced, and there would be quite a few bits to go through.

[Penfold42]

Your not joking :sofa: :coat: :run:

http://www.all4humor.com/images/files/Big%20Tooth%20Dog.jpg

LMFAO......needed a laugh tonight....and that has hit the mark. :D

[Excalibur]

LMFAO......needed a laugh tonight....and that has hit the mark. :D

Have another one then. Do you want to buy a set of Warrior cabs? ;) :D :D

[JamesXP]

There is another user account, unless you are using 'THE' administrator account, using any administrator account for everyday use is bad idea really..

[DJMaxG]

There is another user account, unless you are using 'THE' administrator account

Yes I am



using any administrator account for everyday use is bad idea really

I will remind that to most of the country then, who do the same on personal laptops :eek:

Why is it a bad idea?

[Jiggles]

There is another user account, unless you are using 'THE' administrator account, using any administrator account for everyday use is bad idea really..

In the number of years I have used computers I have yet to have a problem with running the admin account for day to day use.

[DeckstarDeluxe]

In the number of years I have used computers I have yet to have a problem with running the admin account for day to day use.

I wouldnt advise doing so though. Your better protected using user accounts surely?

[Jiggles]

I wouldnt advise doing so though. Your better protected using user accounts surely?

Yeh you are more protected but if you are careful then I see it as a non issue. Also its a PITA when it comes to installing things and such. :D

[JamesXP]

Depends how often you install things, I don't really install programs every different day :)

[Solitaire Events Ltd]

It's a bit like disconnecting the airbags on the your car because you've never had an accident.



Sorry Martin, but that is a rubbish analogy. Protecting your PC from your family and keeping safe in a car is completely different.

Airbags could mean life or death. Password protection not used could mean....someone in your family looks at something they're not supposed to be looking at.

[Excalibur]

Sorry Martin, but that is a rubbish analogy. Protecting your PC from your family and keeping safe in a car is completely different.

Airbags could mean life or death. Password protection not used could mean....someone in your family looks at something they're not supposed to be looking at.

Yeah. :( :( :( Like when your wife finds out that the new mixer you were contemplating is a Pioneer 8000, and not a Kenwood Chef. :( :(

[Vectis]

Airbags could mean life or death. Password protection not used could mean....someone in your family looks at something they're not supposed to be looking at.


... I don't quite see the difference ... :p


Yeah - rubbish analogy. I'll think of a better one.

[DazzyD]

Personally, I protect all my machines at several levels.

Login passwords, whilst offering a certain degree of security, are fairly easy to get round if you know what you're doing. Still, login passwords are set on all my machines.

File/data encryption is done only on files that contain personal information and only on machines that are portable (laptops, external HDDs, key drives, etc.). The home office machine is securely fastened to the desk by locking bolts and a Kensington lock. It's stealable but only if the thief takes the desk as well (and that won't fit out of the door in one piece!).

Also, we have Kensington locks for the laptops when they are in use gigging. Better to be safe than sorry.

I don't think security at any level is a bit much. We (or at least I do) store clients personal details electronically and, as such (I do believe), we have responsibilities under the Data Protection Act to ensure that information is as safe as it can be. My booking system is securely password-protected as well as encrypting the data files. I also employ a four-generation backup system (learnt from my time working a data office for an internal electronics company) where two levels of back up are stored in fireproof safes and one level is stored off-site. Again, very secure should something go wrong.

I might take things over the top in some folks eyes but I believe you can never be too careful.

[Larry B Entertainment]

planning a change of hobbies from bedroom DJing to bedroom computer hacking, are we, Maxwell? :whistle:

:D

[DJMaxG]

Larry, you might as well have just spelt the word BUMP there :muppet:

[DJ Jules]

You need another option:

Everything - yes :D

Julian