Novell has announced the availability of ZENworks Endpoint Security Management with expanded encryption functionality and local language support.

Available in nine languages, including English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Chinese and Japanese, ZENworks Endpoint Security Management offers USB control for non-storage peripheral devices like mouses and printers, allowing administrators to dictate device access to the network, using criteria such as manufacturer name and device model number. Companies can also disable 'autorun' and 'autoplay' features which can protect their corporate networks against the increasing threat of data theft using USB and MP3 devices.

The solution also offers optional strong password protection for control over removable storage devices, in addition to encryption, it supports both removable storage and white-listed preferred devices by serial number.

"As laptop usage continues to grow, the encryption capabilities of ZENworks Endpoint Security Management are needed now more than ever," said Joe Wagner, senior vice president and general manager of Novell Systems and Resource Management. "With the increase in computing mobility, we are also seeing an increase in corporate data breaches and lost equipment. ZENworks Endpoint Security Management can help customers secure their network and defend their corporate data, without inhibiting their employees from using the tools they need to do their jobs effectively."