IBM has made an program for ThinApp Lotus Symphony for USB Keepod Secure.

Encryption and virtualization

These keys are like credit cards and the innovative range is aimed at professionals. It offers a system of 256-bit AES encryption and virtualization software from VMware ThinApp can run applications without much depend on the operating system, reducing the problems of compatibility and security. For example, insert a key in such an infected computer should not cause contamination of the files it contains.

Lotus in the shadow of Office

The fact that IBM offers a free desktop application for this kind of virtual environment might encourage some professionals to seek an alternative to Microsoft Office that is still an unbeatable reference.

Secure Keepod keys are available for sale on the manufacturer's website. The 2GB model is sold € 69, € 89 cons for version 4 GB 8 GB are available at € 129 while the 16 GB is trading at € 199.