When you plug a USB stick into a PC it usually mounts the drive as a drive letter (F in this example). It can be set up to automatically load when you plug the USB key into the PC. TrueCrypt is an open source, free application that allows you to use tried-and-tested NHS approved encryption methods. Even if you use your USB key to transfer the data and then delete it, if you were to lose the key and it fell into unscrupulous hands it possible that someone could read even the deleted files. You need to take care of PID (patient identifiable data) but you don’t have the time to learn the ins and outs of encryption schemata. In this how-to I will talk through how to setup an easy to use secure software encryption scheme for a USB stick/key for use with Windows. If you lose your un-encrypted USB key with patient identifiable data then it may deemed negligent and you may face disciplinary action. Within your job you sometimes need to use a USB key to transfer lists or letters between computers. If you are a healthcare professional you have a duty to maintain the security of patient identifiable data.
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