{"id":26857,"date":"2011-08-29T18:06:03","date_gmt":"2011-08-29T17:06:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/?p=26857"},"modified":"2011-08-31T06:56:45","modified_gmt":"2011-08-31T05:56:45","slug":"the-itwin-makes-secure-transfer-of-data-practical","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/the-itwin-makes-secure-transfer-of-data-practical\/","title":{"rendered":"The iTwin makes secure transfer of data practical"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>AlienBabelTech is very concerned about Internet Security and the protection of our reader&#8217;s data.\u00a0 We feature Andy Marken&#8217;s weekly <a href=\"http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/cyber-security-%E2%80%A6-a-work-in-progress-starts-with-users\">Content Insider<\/a> as he regularly points out the extreme danger of not protecting identity and property from the very real threat of data theft by cyber-criminals against individuals and businesses.<\/p>\n<p>With the iPhone and iPad have come the need for consumers and business people to access their data on the go.\u00a0 Gone are the days of requiring a notebook PC to access Internet data.\u00a0 Unfortunately, these mobile solutions also have limited storage and users usually depend on cloud-storage services and Email\/FTP sites as well as DVDs and USB drives to transfer and share files. However, these methods all have privacy and security issues as <a href=\"http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/itwin-makes-security-top-priority-with-mobile-file-transfers\">this blog<\/a> points out.<\/p>\n<p>Let&#8217;s sum up these limitations which demonstrate a compelling need for a better no-compromise yet practical solution.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Sending email with a file attachment<\/strong> is easy but they are not encrypted and its easy for others to intercept and read messages.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Both anonymous and authenticated FTP file transfers<\/strong> have security issues because all information is transmitted in plain text which makes it an easy target for hackers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Using CDs or DVDs for file transfer<\/strong> is time-consuming and their capacity is limited. They can also be damaged or worse, lost.<\/li>\n<li><strong>USB drives<\/strong> are relatively small-capacity and may be lost or damaged; and they can be attack-vectors for malicious software.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cloud Storage<\/strong> is not suited for small businesses and consumers due to its inherently expensive cost-structure for more than a few Gigabytes of data; there are also security and privacy issues.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Data security has become an increasingly serious problem. If sensitive data falls into the wrong hands, it can lead to identity theft which can become a disaster. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC<em>) <\/em>estimates that <em>as many as 10 million Americans have their identities stolen each year<\/em>.\u00a0 That is one in thirty people!\u00a0 Fortunately, there is a potentially inexpensive and practical solution.\u00a0 <a href=\"http:\/\/www.itwin.com\/\" onclick=\"_gaq.push(['_trackEvent', 'outbound-article', 'http:\/\/www.itwin.com\/', 'Enter the iTwin']);\" >Enter the iTwin<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>The iTwin\u00a0<em> &#8211; <\/em>two ends of a cable without the cable<\/strong><em><br \/>\n<\/em><\/h3>\n<p>The iTwin has been called a breakthrough in file transfer technology that simplifies accessing, transferring, editing and sharing files while protecting your privacy and ensuring your data security.\u00a0 iTwin is plug and play with no space limitations and no annual fees and it etails for $99.\u00a0 You can find it currently at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.newegg.com\/Product\/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820789001\" onclick=\"_gaq.push(['_trackEvent', 'outbound-article', 'http:\/\/www.newegg.com\/Product\/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820789001', 'Newegg.com']);\" >Newegg.com<\/a> for $89.99 with free shipping and it is now available globally.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/07\/iTwin-Plugged-In.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-26530\" title=\"iTwin Plugged In\" src=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/07\/iTwin-Plugged-In.jpg?resize=421%2C234\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/07\/iTwin-Plugged-In.jpg?resize=421%2C234 753w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/07\/iTwin-Plugged-In-300x166.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 421px) 100vw, 421px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>As you can see from the professional photo above, the iTwin is a plug-and-play USB device that has two identical halves for connecting any two online computers securely to each other. With the iTwin, you have secure bi-directional access that enables you to copy, back-up or remotely edit the files you choose.\u00a0 There is no storage limit other than the capacity of your computers and the hard drives connected to them.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Privacy and Security<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The iTwin software creates a folder where you can drag and drop the files that you want to share, your entire hard drive and even attached storage on the local computer. No other files will be remotely accessible except what is in the iTwin folder.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-localfiles1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-26920\" title=\"iTwin-localfiles\" src=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-localfiles1.jpg?resize=300%2C224\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-localfiles1.jpg?resize=300%2C224 300w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-localfiles1.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>iTwin uses two-factor authentication for maximum security. The two halves generate a random 256-bit encryption key known only to them and they use it for protecting the data.\u00a0 iTwin is the only industry solution with end-to-end encryption &#8211; the hardware token and optional password.<\/p>\n<p>iTwin uses Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) 256-bit encryption and also provides a remote disable feature to protect all data in case the device is lost. In addition, when the iTwin is unplugged, all temp files are purged automatically which is a key feature when using public computers. For added privacy, nothing is ever stored on a server. Everything remains on your own hard drive and is encrypted in transit.<\/p>\n<p>We got an iTwin from their company for evaluation about a month ago and we have put it through its paces.\u00a0 It appears to be a very practical solution for mobile users that use multiple computing devices and need secure access to large home or office files without investing in a Virtual Private Network (VPN) or paying for cloud storage and incurring the risk that it entails.<\/p>\n<p>iTwin promises to be a solution for non-technical consumers who wish to create a simple and secure family network. By giving an associate or family member one-half of an iTwin, you can provide them with a secure and easy access to data and documents.\u00a0 So we decided to test out the iTwin&#8217;s capabilities by using our home online-connected PC to host the local files that we would attempt to access from our notebook using our WiFi connection.\u00a0 Read on for our experience with secure file sharing over the Internet.<\/p>\n<h3><!--pagetitle: Introduction--><!--nextpage--><strong>Unboxing the iTwin<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>iTwin comes in a basic box for hardware that is just a bit longer than a regular flash drive.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-box-front1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-26886\" title=\"iTwin-box-front\" src=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-box-front1.jpg?resize=231%2C300\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-box-front1.jpg?resize=231%2C300 231w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-box-front1-790x1024.jpg 790w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-box-front1.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 231px) 100vw, 231px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a><br \/>\nThe iTwin consists of two identical halves which are connected together and require very little force to remove.\u00a0 However, you will want to hold the end that is plugged into your PC&#8217;s USB port securely or you may accidentally disconnect it.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-26888\" title=\"1\" src=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/1.jpg?resize=173%2C600\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/1.jpg?resize=173%2C600 300w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/1-295x1024.jpg 295w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 173px) 100vw, 173px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>Here are the two halves separated.\u00a0 There are LEDs that light up to show activity.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-26889\" title=\"2\" src=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/2.jpg?resize=300%2C84\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/2.jpg?resize=300%2C84 300w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/2.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>The iTwin package points out the features of their product.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-boxObv.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-26879\" title=\"iTwin-boxObv\" src=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-boxObv.jpg?resize=250%2C300\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-boxObv.jpg?resize=250%2C300 250w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-boxObv.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>iTwin&#8217;s slogan is,<em> &#8220;Two ends of a cable, no cable&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-box-side.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-26881\" title=\"iTwin-box-side\" src=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-box-side.jpg?resize=300%2C193\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-box-side.jpg?resize=300%2C193 300w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-box-side.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>As you can see, iTwin is securely packed for shipping and there is a getting started guide that is easy to read and follow.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-boxOpen.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-26880\" title=\"iTwin-boxOpen\" src=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-boxOpen.jpg?resize=300%2C230\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-boxOpen.jpg?resize=300%2C230 300w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-boxOpen.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>iTwin&#8217;s requirements are given as requiring a broadband connection.\u00a0 Actually, you can transfer data using iTwin over a 56K dial-up connection if you don&#8217;t have broadband.\u00a0 It will work although very slowly compared to broadband.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-inst-2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-26883\" title=\"iTwin-inst-2\" src=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-inst-2.jpg?resize=250%2C300\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-inst-2.jpg?resize=250%2C300 250w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-inst-2.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>The instructions even include simple directions for editing files on the remote PC.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-inst-edit.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-26884\" title=\"iTwin-inst-edit\" src=\"http:\/\/i0.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-inst-edit-300x240.jpg?resize=300%2C240\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i0.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-inst-edit-300x240.jpg?resize=300%2C240 300w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-inst-edit-1024x820.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-inst-edit.jpg 1416w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>Well it looks easy enough.\u00a0 Let&#8217;s install iTwin on our home PC and then head for the Public Library to see if we can connect to it with our notebook PC.<br \/>\n<!--pagetitle: Unboxing the iTwin--><!--nextpage--><!--pagetitle: Installation &#038; Remote access--><\/p>\n<p><strong>Installation and Remote Access<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Just plug the iTwin with both halves connected together into a USB port on the desktop (hosting) PC and make sure you are connected to the Internet.\u00a0 iTwin is plug and play.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/it.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-26890\" title=\"it\" src=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/it.jpg?resize=300%2C256\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/it.jpg?resize=300%2C256 300w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/it.jpg 504w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>As you can see, it needs to download and install the latest version of its files.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-contactserver.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-26891\" title=\"iTwin-contactserver\" src=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-contactserver.jpg?resize=300%2C178\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-contactserver.jpg?resize=300%2C178 300w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-contactserver.jpg 540w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>During installation you are prompted to register it and receive a disable code in case one half of your iTwin is ever lost.\u00a0 You can always do this later but it is very wise to do it now!\u00a0 iTwin is rather small and as easy to lose as a flash drive.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-genDIScode.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-26892\" title=\"iTwin-genDIScode\" src=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-genDIScode.jpg?resize=300%2C194\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-genDIScode.jpg?resize=300%2C194 300w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-genDIScode.jpg 525w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>Now we see the new iTwin folder which is created on the home desktop PC that we will attempt to access with our notebook&#8217;s Wi-Fi using the library&#8217;s public connection.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-localfiles.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-26893\" title=\"iTwin-localfiles\" src=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-localfiles.jpg?resize=300%2C224\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-localfiles.jpg?resize=300%2C224 300w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwin-localfiles.jpg 801w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>Now we simply drag and drop files that we wish to access to the iTwin folder.\u00a0 You can drag the entire document library or even the contents of an entire hard drive or drives into it.\u00a0 It is instantaneous &#8211; no waiting.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/ITwinfiles-local.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-26894\" title=\"ITwinfiles-local\" src=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/ITwinfiles-local.jpg?resize=300%2C184\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/ITwinfiles-local.jpg?resize=300%2C184 300w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/ITwinfiles-local-1024x629.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/ITwinfiles-local.jpg 1138w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>Now that we have the home PC configured and left on while connected to the Internet, let&#8217;s head for the library with our notebook and one-half of the iTwin and we will use their public broadband connection.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.yucca-valley.org\/graphic\/town\/images\/index.jpg\" onclick=\"_gaq.push(['_trackEvent', 'outbound-article', 'http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.yucca-valley.org\/graphic\/town\/images\/index.jpg?resize=130%2C130', '']);\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.yucca-valley.org\/graphic\/town\/images\/index.jpg?resize=130%2C130\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>At the Public Library<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>At the library we connect to the Internet using their super-fast 10MBs\/second connection using our notebook&#8217;s Wi-Fi.\u00a0 Immediately the half of the iTwin that we took with us, installs itself on the notebook as soon as we plug it in.\u00a0 Of course, we left our desktop PC on and online at home with the other half of the iTwin still installed on it.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/itwinRemote-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-26895\" title=\"itwinRemote-1\" src=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/itwinRemote-1.jpg?resize=300%2C259\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/itwinRemote-1.jpg?resize=300%2C259 300w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/itwinRemote-1.jpg 335w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>As you can see, the half of the iTwin at the library also needs to download and install files.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/itwinRemote-2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-26896\" title=\"itwinRemote-2\" src=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/itwinRemote-2.jpg?resize=300%2C193\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/itwinRemote-2.jpg?resize=300%2C193 300w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/itwinRemote-2.jpg 529w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>Next, the iTwin looks for it&#8217;s &#8220;other half&#8221;, its twin, which is the office desktop PC online at home.\u00a0 It begins connecting.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/connecting.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-26922\" title=\"connecting\" src=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/connecting.jpg?resize=299%2C148\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>Our connection is made!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/connection-is-made.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-26924\" title=\"connection-is-made\" src=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/connection-is-made.jpg?resize=300%2C185\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/connection-is-made.jpg?resize=300%2C185 300w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/connection-is-made.jpg 534w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>Now the connection is secured by the iTwin&#8217;s hardware and the remote files on the online home desktop PC appear in the notebook&#8217;s local iTwin files at the library.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/connect-remotenotebook-2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-26923\" title=\"connect-remotenotebook-2\" src=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/connect-remotenotebook-2.jpg?resize=300%2C227\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/connect-remotenotebook-2.jpg?resize=300%2C227 300w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/connect-remotenotebook-2.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>Of course, we want to see if we can actually securely download these files to our notebook PC in the public library.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i0.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/connectandDL-2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-26925\" title=\"connectandDL-2\" src=\"http:\/\/i0.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/connectandDL-2.jpg?resize=300%2C199\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i0.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/connectandDL-2.jpg?resize=300%2C199 300w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/connectandDL-2.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>We got our files &#8211; securely, and only limited by the slow upload speeds of our home PC over Satellite Internet.<a href=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/gotourpdf.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-26926\" title=\"gotourpdf\" src=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/gotourpdf.jpg?resize=300%2C172\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/gotourpdf.jpg?resize=300%2C172 300w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/gotourpdf.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>We got our file!\u00a0 Quickly (well, for Satellite Internet) and securely!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Possible Issues with the iTwin<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We also decided to see if we could access our home PC&#8217;s iTwin files using the public library&#8217;s computers.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwinFail.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-26898\" title=\"iTwinFail\" src=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwinFail.jpg?resize=300%2C225\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwinFail.jpg?resize=300%2C225 300w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/iTwinFail.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>As you can see, you have to have administrator privileges to install iTwin and this is a fail at the library\u00a0 And the first time we brought our own notebook we had an issue with Proxy Settings with our WildBlue Satellite ISP connection at home.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i0.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/itwinRemote-proxy.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-26897\" title=\"itwinRemote-proxy\" src=\"http:\/\/i0.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/itwinRemote-proxy.jpg?resize=300%2C188\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i0.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/itwinRemote-proxy.jpg?resize=300%2C188 300w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/itwinRemote-proxy.jpg 525w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>We had to visit our Internet Options in the Windows 7 Control Panel in our PC at home and uncheck some LAN settings. Evidently you cannot use an automatic configuration script as WildBlue requests.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i0.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/LAN-settings.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-26927\" title=\"LAN-settings\" src=\"http:\/\/i0.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/LAN-settings.jpg?resize=304%2C384\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i0.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/LAN-settings.jpg?resize=304%2C384 434w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/LAN-settings-237x300.jpg 237w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 304px) 100vw, 304px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>Simply uncheck the boxes and iTwin can now transfer files between PCs. &#8220;Automatically detect settings&#8221; may be checked if necessary.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/LAN-settingsfix.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-26928\" title=\"LAN-settingsfix\" src=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/LAN-settingsfix.jpg?resize=305%2C389\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/LAN-settingsfix.jpg?resize=305%2C389 436w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/LAN-settingsfix-235x300.jpg 235w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 305px) 100vw, 305px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>iTwin support was very helpful in tracking down our proxy issues in no time at all.<\/p>\n<p><!--nextpage--><!--pagetitle: Conclusion--><\/p>\n<p><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>ITwin is a great solution for on-the-go users who use multiple computers and need secure access to large files. Consumers can use it to safely access sensitive information from just about anywhere using public Wi-Fi connections.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/ITwIN.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-26929\" title=\"ITwIN\" src=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/ITwIN.jpg?resize=300%2C186\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>iTwin is great for people who want to share music, photos or videos; students who want to transfer big files between school and home, and endless possibilities for business.\u00a0 Small business owners won\u2019t have to invest in a VPN and the IT people to support it.\u00a0 And we have seen that cloud storage is far less than ideal.\u00a0 Best of all, iTwin installation and use is generally simple and easy to use.\u00a0 It also comes with great support should you have some rare issues as we did with our proxy settings.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">Pros:<\/h3>\n<blockquote>\n<ul>\n<li>iTwin offers &#8220;both ends of a cable&#8221; service with no cable, and secure 256-bit encrypted connections on both ends.<\/li>\n<li>A great solution for on the go users using multiple PCs and transferring large files<\/li>\n<li>No need for cloud-storage monthly fees or security concerns; pay once.<\/li>\n<li>Great security.\u00a0 Besides boasting 256-bit hardware encryption, you can remotely disable iTwin with a code.<\/li>\n<li>Plug and play in most cases and great support if you have issues<\/li>\n<li>The LEDs indicate activity and are a nice touch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h3 style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">Cons<\/h3>\n<blockquote>\n<ul>\n<li>It&#8217;s small and can be easily lost.\u00a0 Fortunately, unlike with a flash drive, you can disable it remotely.<\/li>\n<li>You must leave your desktop always on.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>We like our iTwin and although it is not cheap at $99, it is a reasonably priced practical and secure solution that can save users from expensive security breeches and much grief.\u00a0 We recommend it for users who need to remotely and securely access and transfer large amounts of data and it is an inexpensive alternative to setting up a VPN.\u00a0 We give the iTwin our Recommended award.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/07\/Recommended.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"http:\/\/i1.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/07\/Recommended.png?resize=150%2C251\" alt=\"\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Our 3D Vision evaluation is up next.\u00a0 Stay tuned to ABT, as always.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Please join us in our <a href=\"http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/abt\/index.php\" target=\"_blank\">Forums<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Become a Fan on <a href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pages\/AlienBabelTech\/123268467142\" onclick=\"_gaq.push(['_trackEvent', 'outbound-article', 'http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pages\/AlienBabelTech\/123268467142', 'Facebook']);\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Follow us on <a href=\"http:\/\/twitter.com\/alienbabeltech\" onclick=\"_gaq.push(['_trackEvent', 'outbound-article', 'http:\/\/twitter.com\/alienbabeltech', 'Twitter']);\" target=\"_blank\">Twitter<\/a><\/p>\n<p>For the latest updates from ABT, please <a href=\"http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/?feed=rss2\" target=\"_blank\">join our RSS News Feed<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Join our Distributed Computing teams<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Folding@Home &#8211; 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