Kingston's 16GB DataTraveler Locker relies on software locking out a partition. We much prefer this to the common hardware encryption, which first mounts a virtual CD drive and then upon proper authentication shows the data partition. The problem with this?

Software-based encryption means the non-encrypted partition is viewable on all operating systems; file system willing; Impressive sequential and 4K random read speeds; Five-year warranty

Encrypted partition is viewable under Windows only

Had originally purchased it to create bootable flash drives to run OS's for NAS and Media servers, however I did not do enough research to realize that they're not easily made into bootable drives.

Overall, easy to use, quick to set up.

Reliable Performance

If you are the latter and need a flash drive with some type of protection or encryption protection than Kingston got you covered with the DataTraveler Locker+ G2 line of drives. The DataTraveler offers hardware encryption and password protection to get your data under a good solid lock and key.

If you were in the market for a secure USB drive and you didn't work for a three-letter agency, then Kingston's DataTraveler Locker+ has been a great choice. It's affordable, easy to use, and reasonably secure, even if it doesn't have the most hardcore of credentials, like FIPS Level 2...

With the increasing awareness of the need for protection of personal data to mitigate ID theft and fraud, consumers are gravitating towards solutions that add security but aren't too cumbersome or intrusive.

There are two types of flash drive users. The first is the usual type that many of us are. The one that simple use it to transport random data from one location or PC to another. I can honestly say I believe that 85% of flash drive users fall in this category.

The Kingston DataTraveler Locker+ series of USB flash drives provide the expected level of performance for a USB memory stick, with the added security of password protected access and 256-bit AES Hardware Based Encryption, for a slight premium in cost over non-secure storage.

Secure storage

Not usable as boot device; not compatible with Linux

As the world's largest independent manufacturer of memory products, Kingston Technology doesn't need much of an introduction. The company got its start in 1987, when the computer industry was suffering from a severe shortage of surface-mount memory chips.

Mandatory security on all files; Hardware based 256-bit AES encryption; Includes "lockdown" mode for increased security; Compatible with Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7 and Mac OS X; Five year warranty; Reasonably priced

Slow write speeds; Not bootable

Kingston DataTraveler Locker+ G2 Review -  Like to store your important documents, presentations, product sales report, or some private photos of yourselves (ahem) in your USB flash drive?