Learn about the powerful backup encryption feature introduced in SQL Server 2014. Explore the implementation details, best practices, and potential pitfalls of this crucial security enhancement. Discover how to effectively protect your sensitive data at rest by encrypting database backups, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations. Gain insights into key management strategies, performance considerations, and practical tips for seamlessly integrating backup encryption into your existing SQL Server environment. This comprehensive conference talk from PASS Data Community Summit equips database administrators and security professionals with the knowledge to leverage SQL Server 2014's backup encryption capabilities for enhanced data protection.