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If you’re going to use a Smartphone, having the ability to remotely wipe it is essential. With remote wiping, if your device goes missing–whether via theft or simply by losing it–you can quickly take steps to erase all data from that device. Remote wiping requires that the device be connected to the service provider’s network, so it’s important to do …

Technology used to be firmly anchored in the office: bulky desktop computers, closet-filling servers, fax machines, and so forth. But as laptops have surged in popularity, and new technology like smartphones and tablets have emerged, lawyers are increasingly carrying their technology–and their clients’ data–with them outsideof the office. So how can you secure your technology on the go? Here are a …

Going truly “paperless” is a lofty goal many lawyers aspire to but few can achieve completely.  Paper invariably finds its way onto our desks, whether from clients, the courts or opposing counsel.  This influx of  paper can throw off our carefully arranged electronic filing strategies or leave gaping holes in our document management systems.  The solution: fast, high quality document …

There’s a new web clipping and organization tool on the block: Clipboard.  According to the announcement on Clipboard’s blog, the service allows its users “to easily save parts of the web in order to accomplish meaningful goals.” The service might best be described as a cross between the popular social sharing site Pinterest and cloud-based notetaking/archiving tool Evernote.  Users create “boards” …

Routinely, I go through the intake forms associated with new digital forensics cases to see what is coming in on what kind of cases, from what sources, etc. Recently, I have been struck by the sheer volume of cases involving the recovery of deleted data (primarily text messages) from smartphones. We bought some expensive equipment recently to broaden our ability …

LPM is delighted to announce the publication of 14 new e-books for lawyers! The e-books are now available for download and purchase on Apple’s iBookstore. iBookstore is available via the free iBooks App for iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch, or at www.itunes.com/ibookstore. Available e-books include: 2012 Solo and Small Firm Legal Technology Guide Google for Lawyers iPad Apps in One …

Passwords are the first, and sometimes last, line of defense when it comes to data security. It’s vital to use strong passwords for all of your devices and accounts. What constitutes a strong password? Here’s a quick refresher: The length should be at least 8 characters, with some security experts now recommending 15+ characters. The password should include upper and lower case …