Using Tpm (Trusted Platform Module) - Getac B300 User Manual

Using TPM (Trusted Platform
Module)
TPM is a hardware-based security feature that can be used to create and
manage computer-generated digital certificates. When combined with
security software, the TPM enhances existing network and computer security
by enabling features such as file protection capabilities and protected
e-mail.
NOTE:
Make sure you select Enable on the TPM Support item under the
Security menu of your BIOS Setup (see chapter 5 for details).
Make sure you select Enable & Activate on the Change TPM State item
under the Security menu of your BIOS Setup (see chapter 5 for details).
You only need to activate these items once.
You can use the certificates to:
Send and receive secure email from email clients like Microsoft Windows
Mail/Outlook Express, Microsoft Outlook or Netscape Messenger
Set up browser (e.g. Netscape Navigator or Internet Explorer) and web
server (e.g. Microsoft Internet Information Server) for Client
Authentication
Sign Microsoft Word macros
Encrypt files and folders
Secure network connections
NOTE: For information on using the program and the different security
features, click Start
Help.
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