Intel has confirmed that Sandy Bridge will take target at corporate computing promoting upgraded anti theft technology in the vPro-equipped chips.

While correct details of the changed security looks are presently under wraps Intel's David Allen confirmed that they're ready to add the ability to remotely deactivate Sandy Bridge-based systems from a remote administration console.

Talking to IT Business Allen clarified that corporate IT part could work on Sandy Bridge-based laptops to be immobilize on require giving a remote 'kill-switch' that helps lost or stolen laptops to be allowed useless remotely.

While the technology is normally an enhancement of anti-theft technologies already present on few corporate Intel platforms it's an signal that Intel may be aiming Sandy Bridge at big corporations. Sadly but there are presently no signs of the technology coming at the consumer stage where it could act similarity Apple's Mobile Me remote management technology on its iPhone and iPad kit.