Trusted Platform Modules: Why, when and how to use them (Computing and Networks)

Trusted Platform Modules: Why, when and how to use them (Computing and Networks)

Trusted Platform Modules (TPMs) are small, inexpensive chips which provide a limited set of security functions. They are most commonly found as a motherboard component in laptops and desktops aimed at the corporate or government markets, but can also be found in many consumer-grade machines and servers or purchased as independent components.<br /><br />This book describes the primary uses for TPMs and practical considerations such as: when TPMs can and should be used, when they shouldn’t be used, what advantages they provide and how to benefit from them.<br /><br />Topics covered include:<br /><br />* When to use a TPM<br />* TPM concepts and functionality<br />* Programming introduction<br />* Provisioning: getting the TPM ready to use<br />* First steps: TPM keys, machine authentication, data protection, attestation<br />* Other TPM features<br />* Software and specifications<br />* Troubleshooting<br />* Appendices contain basic cryptographic concepts, command equivalence, requirements charts and complete code samples.