A communication session during which trusted messages are sent from a trusted sender to a Trusted Contact.

trusted message.

A communication session during which trusted messages are sent from a trusted sender to a Trusted Contact.

Trusted Platform Module (TPM) embedded security chip.

The generic term for the HP ProtectTools Embedded Security Chip. A TPM authenticates a computer, rather than a user, by storing information specific to the host system, such as encryption keys, digital certificates, and passwords. A TPM minimizes the risk that information on the computer will be compromised by physical theft or an attack by an external hacker.

trusted sender.

A Trusted Contact who sends signed and/or encrypted e-mails and Microsoft Office documents.

TXT.

Trusted Execution Technology. Hardware and firmware that provides security against attacks on a computer's software and data.

user.

Anyone enrolled in Drive Encryption. Non-administrator users have limited rights in Drive Encryption. They can only enroll (with administrator approval) and log in.

Windows administrator.

A user with full rights to modify permissions and manage other users.

Windows user account.

Profile for an individual authorized to log on to a network or to an individual computer.

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