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Re:ORWL – The first open source, physically secure computer by BinaryIdiot on Thursday September 29, 2016 @04:32PM (#12608534)
Now this is really cool! Though as with all things wireless I'd worry about working and somehow the key fob getting interfered with and boom computer locks up or if a sensor thinks I'm moving the computer when it's really just an Earth quake or maybe even my cat jumping on the table and then the encryption key is deleted.

So I love the idea but not sure of the practicality. Those sensors has to essentially work perfectly at all times and I'm not convinced until it's released and reviewed.

Re:ORWL – The first open source, physically secure computer by talltower on Thursday September 29, 2016 @04:51PM (#12608674)
The SSD encryption key will only be deleted in case of a tamper event, NOT when the unit is moved. Tamper events are: * freezing the unit * drilling the secure enclosure or other wise breaking the traces on it * prying the enclosure off the PCB So I don't think you have to be too worried about a false trigger of a key erasing.
Re:ORWL – The first open source, physically secure computer by yellowapple on Thursday September 29, 2016 @09:24PM (#12610001)
Is there a specific temperature about which I should be concerned? I live in a cold climate and would hate to lose data (even if it is backed up) in the event that I lose heating.
Re:ORWL – The first open source, physically secure computer by Hello71 on Thursday September 29, 2016 @06:34PM (#12609363)
what temperature (approximately) is "freezing" (or less likely, overheating)?
Re:ORWL – The first open source, physically secure computer by talltower on Friday September 30, 2016 @01:32PM (#12613866)
We currently have a Spec temperature of triggering a 'freezing event" at just above freezing Temperature 33-35F.
Re:ORWL – The first open source, physically secure computer by Hello71 on Friday September 30, 2016 @01:59PM (#12614074)
so if I live in a cold place and take it outside then it might erase my data? or what yellowapple said about losing heating, if I live in a really cold place; if pipes can go below 0 C due to cold temperature, why can I expect that ORWL won't?
Re:ORWL – The first open source, physically secure computer by AgentME on Thursday September 29, 2016 @07:08PM (#12609512)
Can a tamper event be triggered through software? It would really simplify the ability to create trap passwords which wipe the device.
Re:ORWL – The first open source, physically secure computer by nickpsecurity on Thursday September 29, 2016 @11:23PM (#12610367)
Particularly by overheating the processor or other components like one might do if melting stuff off the outside with flame or acid application.
Re:ORWL – The first open source, physically secure computer by AgentME on Friday October 07, 2016 @05:10PM (#12663920)
I was hoping for something a little more direct, deterministic, immediate, and non-damaging.