File storage

The DriveLock policy file storage is a protected storage area within a DriveLock policy. For example, it is used to store files to be executed via a command line command within a DriveLock whitelist rule. The policy file store thus simplifies the distribution of scripts or programs used by the DriveLock Agent on client computers.

Once you have imported files into the policy file storage, these are automatically distributed to the agents together with the other settings. For example, you can store your own logo files here, which are then displayed in various dialogs and notifications for end users. Click here for more information.

You can use the policy file storage in a local policy as well as within a configuration file or a group policy.

Importing large files into the policy file storage can increase network traffic and increase user logon times because the computer receives these files when Group Policy is applied to a computer and the store either has not yet been loaded or has changed.

Click File storage to see a list of all the files contained in the policy file storage.

Right-click File Storage, and then select New, and then File... to import a file into the policy file store. Select the desired file using the file selection dialog.

Right-click a file and choose from the following options:

• Extract file: Save a copy of the file in any folder.

• Delete: Delete the selected file from the policy file storage

• Properties: Display details about the selected file.

Right-click File storage and select the Display system files option to also see the files that DriveLock stores internally within the policy file storage (such as the recovery certificates or application hash databases).

System files cannot be deleted from the policy file storage.

Right-click File Storage and select Properties to get more information about the policy file storage.

To create a new policy file storage, click the Reset storage... button.

Resetting the policy file storage has the effect of deleting all the files it contains, including the system files. Make absolutely sure that you have a copy of the files before you delete the policy file store, especially if you are using DriveLock Disk Protection.