If you work with any files that contain protected information (PHI or PII), you must take extra steps to ensure the information remains secure.  Essentially the drive where the files are stored must be encrypted and/or have access restrictions.

1. The safest option is to only store your SPSS data files on your JHU U:\ drive. Please see this KB article for reference https://wiki.nursing.jhu.edu/x/mABBAw
2. If you choose to store files with protected information on your local computer, then the hard drive in your machine MUST be encrypted.
   • For Macs, please see this article to enable FileVault on your system/startup drive https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204837#turnon
   • For PCs, you may be able to enable BitLocker on your machine depending on your hardware and OS. Please see this article https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4502379/windows-10-device-encryption
3. Another option is to utilize an encrypted external hard drive or flash drive. There are several options for this discussed in this KB article https://wiki.nursing.jhu.edu/x/tIBzB 

If you need help determining which option is best for you, please contact the SON Help Desk.