Data Security - Kingston Knowledge Center
Read helpful articles by Kingston’s experts on data security and encryption for portable devices out in the filed as well as security best practices and advice in the enterprise and data center environment.

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SSDs for Online Transaction Processing (OLTP)
Kingston datacenter SSDs provide excellent resiliency to protect sensitive data in OLTP workloads.
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Secure Customization Program
This program offers the options most frequently requested by customers, including serial numbering, dual password and custom logos. With a minimum order of 50 pieces, the program delivers precisely what your organization needs.
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AES-XTS Block Cipher Mode is used in Kingston's best encrypted USB Flash Drives
256-bit AES hardware-based XTS block cipher mode encryption is used in DT 4000G2 and DTVP 3.0.
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Kingston's FIPS Compliance for Encrypted Storage
Most IronKey and Kingston secure USB flash drives are FIPS 140-2 Certified.
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Major Recent Example of an Unencrypted USB breach
Case in point, Heathrow Airport in London (October 30, 2017) uses Unencrypted USB Drives for its non-cloud storage. Unfortunately, they were not standardized on Encrypted USB drives. Their lack of implementing proper standards in data security / data loss protection with encrypted USB storage has now cost the EU a major breach of confidential and restricted information.
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Linus introduces the DataTraveler 3.0
Linus breaks down hardware encryption making sure your files are safe and secure, especially when you're on the go. Make sure your portable storage is also safe and encrypted with Kingston Encrypted USB drives.
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SSDs for Virtual Desktop Infrastructure
Storage can be the most challenging component for VDI performance.
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Solid-State Drive Testing 101
Testing is a cornerstone of our commitment to deliver the most reliable products on the market. We perform rigorous tests on all of our products during each stage of production. These tests ensure quality control throughout the entire manufacturing process.
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Understanding NVMe and SSD Technology
NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) is a communications interface and driver that defines a command set and feature set for PCIe-based SSDs with the goals of increased and efficient performance and interoperability on a broad range of enterprise and client systems.