What is Encryption

Encryption is the process of converting data into a cipher or code in order to prevent unauthorized access. On Campus DCU use Mcafee Endpoint Encryption which offers multiple layers of protection that address specific areas of risk. Encryption can be extended not just to PCs, laptops, but also to network files and folders, mobile devices, removable media, and portable storage devices.

DCU Data Classification Guidelines

– A combination of data confidentiality, integrity and availability. Whether a set of data is LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH, or of VERY HIGH impact will inform the data classification and whether or not the data set should be considered sensitive data. To decide on the level of impact please refer to Dcu's Data Classification policy:

DCU Data Classification Policy (PDF)

DCU Data Handling Guidelines

- These guidelines are to provide guidance to data custodians as to how they may protect data classified under the headings defined in the Data Classification policy. These guidelines are considered best practice for the protection of that data which can be found on the following website also:

DCU Data Handling Guidelines (PDF)