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Data security apparatus and method

US10984617B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 22, 2019
Grant dateApr 20, 2021
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Expiry dateNov 22, 2039

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG07C2009/00769
  • WIPO fieldControl
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The present disclosure provides a computing apparatus and a method for securing access to the computing device. The computing apparatus comprises a housing, a data storage device disposed in the housing, a cover movably coupled to the housing to secure the data storage device in the housing, and a controller coupled to the data storage device. The controller is configured to grant access to the data storage device upon detecting an authorized attempt of opening the cover and to deny access to the data storage device upon detecting an unauthorized attempt of opening the cover.

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