User`s guide

Introduction
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11 INTRODUCTIONINTRODUCTION
This chapter introduces Apricot LOC Technology™ v2.1 by
answering a number of commonly-asked questions.
Introducing Apricot LOC Technology
The Apricot LOC Technology security system offers the ability to
control who is allowed to use the computer and when they are
allowed to use it. Properly used, the system helps to prevent misuse
and deter theft.
Apricot LOC Technology provides the complete solution to the
problem of access control. However, you should not neglect other
aspects of computer security such as virus protection or data
encryption. Ask your supplier for advice.
The security system operates in addition to any power-on, system or
boot password that may be defined using the computer’s BIOS
Setup utility. To avoid confusing the users of the system, it is
advisable not to use such passwords with LOC Technology.
How is the system implemented?
The security system is implemented by an Apricot LS Security Card
fitted in one of the computer’s ISA or EISA slots.
The Apricot LS Security Card is designed to work best in an Apricot
computer that has an infrared sensor and a BIOS with LOC
Technology extensions. The security system will tell you if an
existing Apricot BIOS must be upgraded to support LOC
Technology.
Note
The Security Card should work in an Apricot computer that lacks LOC
Technology support, but is slightly less secure in that the system can be by-
passed by removing the card. In this manual, it is assumed that the host
computer has LOC Technology support unless stated otherwise.