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BitLocker To Go Tutorial: Using the Auto-Unlock Feature for USB Drive Encryption

Sat, 15 Nov 2014 00:00:00 +0000

Windows 8 BitLocker To Go applies the same AES encryption to USB flash drives that is available through BitLocker Drive Encryption for local drives. This portable version helps protect your data in transit between other Windows computers so you don’t have to worry if you lose your drive.

Changing BitLocker Encryption Strength from 128-Bit to 256-Bit: Tutorial

Sat, 15 Nov 2014 00:00:00 +0000

If you are highly concerned about security, you might be pleased to discover that Microsoft gives you the option of enabling 256-bit AES encryption, which increases the number of possible key combinations from 2128 to 2256. Learn how to change encryption strength in BitLocker.

Disabling BitLocker To Go: How to Turn Off BitLocker and Decrypt Files

Sat, 15 Nov 2014 00:00:00 +0000

If you decide you no longer want or require encryption on your removable media, you can disable BitLocker To Go. Learn how to reverse encryption and return your data to its original state.

When Should You Change Your BitLocker Password and How Do You Change It?

Wed, 12 Nov 2014 00:00:00 +0000

Although you probably won’t need to do so very often, knowing how to go about selecting a new password for your BitLocker account is imperative if you feel it may have been compromised. These straightforward steps will walk you through the process.

Encrypt Your USB Drive Using BitLocker To Go

Fri, 07 Nov 2014 00:00:00 +0000

You would never want your USB drive to be accessed by strangers. Here’s how to encrypt your flash drive using BitLocker To Go.

How to Create Encrypted Container Files With TrueCrypt 7.1a

Fri, 07 Nov 2014 00:00:00 +0000

TrueCrypt is safe to use, and should be considered by anyone looking for trustworthy open-source software.

Learn How to Encrypt Any File for Free with 7-Zip

Fri, 07 Nov 2014 00:00:00 +0000

Find out how to encrypt any file for free with 7-Zip. Read this tutorial.

Amazon's Silk Browser and Security: Trusting Amazon With Your Browsing

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Amazon’s Kindle Fire set the media alight with security and privacy concerns when it was announced. Much of the initial attention was focused on whether the Silk browser was performing a man-in-the-middle attack on its users. Amazon responded, but aspects of Silk’s architecture are still concerning.

Learn How to Secure Your Data with this Encryption Guide

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Encryption is a key process in network security, and very often indispensable when transmitting sensitive data. A good knowledge of encryption practices is part of keeping a home network safe.

Using Trend Micro Encryption Email for Windows, Windows Server, or Citrix Server

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Exchanging safe, secure e-mail messages is easy with the help of the right e-mail program. No special knowledge or training is needed to use this popular software, but will it help keep your messages private?

Ten Things Every Computer User Should Know about Security Encryption for Online Data

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Internet data is vulnerable to interception when in transit over networks, and without encryption, anyone can intercept and read the data. The increasing level of cyber attacks makes security encryption for online data an absolute must, and all computer users require knowledge of encryption basics.

Using PGP Encryption on an FTP site

Thu, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Ever had to provide a copy of a confidential file to another organization? Have you ever used some encryption program like PGP (Pretty Good Privacy) and then emailed the file? What if the file was larger than is allowed for email and what if the only option you have is FTP? What to do you do then?

A Quick Guide about the Folder Lock Software (Windows 7)

Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Ever wished that you could discreetly hide some sensitive files or folders residing in your computer? Ever wanted to have the equivalent of a safe in your hard disk? Now you can do both of these by employing this particular program.

Introducing and Presenting Three of the Best Email Encryption Software

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Ever wished that your emails were a bit more secure? Have you been afraid that someone might intercept your correspondence? Read this article and put an end to this fear by learning about the best programs for email encryption.

Pros and Cons of Internet Traffic Encryption

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000

You may have heard about the possibility of using encryption on the data you handle over the internet. But is it really worthwhile? Do the advantages involved outweigh the disadvantages? Read this article to find out.

Data Encryption Key (DEK) Tips

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Have you every experienced a violation of your computer security? Have you thought that the keys you apply may not be as good as they appear to be? Read this article to find out how you can avoid any computer security violations by strengthening your keys, in a hustle-free and simple way.

Encryption Tools for Securing Public Hotspot Connections

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Wi-fi hotspots are a favorite of malicious hackers. Unencrypted data floats around without rhyme or reason, easy fruit for identity thieves and attackers. Find out about some free tools you can use for encrypting your traffic and securing your connection while on public wi-fi hotspots.

Page 1, Working with Removable Media: Overview, and Differences Between Various Removable Media

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Ever lost or misplaced a flash/thumb drive or a mini external USB hard drive? What was the first thing that came to your mind? Did you panic? Did you wish that no one would find it? And did you wish you had it backed up? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then read on.

Using Encryption for Bluetooth Data Transfers

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000

How to prevent strangers accessing or viewing your data when using a Bluetooth-enabled device? The answer is simple and that is to take advantage of authentication and encryption in Bluetooth software.

How to Encrypt Print Jobs

Sun, 23 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Using PrinterShare you can send an encrypted document directly across the internet to your recipient’s printer!

Encryption External Hard Drives: A Guide to Protecting External Hard Drive Data

Sat, 15 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000

External hard drives are great because they’re portable. You can take your files from your home to your office (and vice versa) easily. However, this can be a security issue if the hard drive has important files on it. Encrypting an external drive will help protect this data.

How to Install Bitlocker on Windows 7

Wed, 29 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000

With Windows 7, Microsoft’s Bitlocker encryption tool has been revised and is now easier to use.

A Guide to Disk Image Encryption

Mon, 27 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000

You can safely store information without risk of theft or intrusion on Mac OS X with disk image encryption.

Guide to Dell File Encryption Software

Mon, 27 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000

With data protection ever more important, Dell is one of several major computer manufacturers are taking steps to provide the end user with encryption tools.

How to Delete History of Encrypted Webpages - Erase Encrypted Pages from Browser History in Internet Explorer

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Deleting encrypted webpages such as your online banking records can be simple if you know how to access Internet Options and you understand which options best suit your surfing habits. Internet Options allow the user to set how often, if at all, the user would like to store web history.

Addonics® Dual CipherChain Encrypt Your Data

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Providing a secure place to sensitive information is easy - just install some software and all the user of the storage device needs to do is remember the password. What If you could use a key, stick it in, and presto access to the data? This article is a review of the Addonics Dual CipherChain.

Encrypt Wireless Network Connection

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Today, wireless devices have become so economical that anyone can setup a wireless network within minutes. Increased use of wireless networks also means that you can be a victim of an intruder lurking around your network. This article covers some of the ways to encrypt wireless internet connection.

How to use Strong Encryption for Data

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +0000

For decades now, computer users have relied on encryption to ensure the safety of data. If you use strong encryption for data, the easier it will be to keep your private and confidential data secure.

SSL Certificate Encryption Tips

Sat, 31 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000

SSL stands for Secure Socket Layer. SSL is a security protocol that provides a secure means to deliver the data between two machines over the internet. In the present world of technology, it has become highly essential to ensure that your data is safe over the internet. SSL Encryption does the work.

Examples of Cryptography used in Business and Government Applications

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Cryptography is the study and practice of hiding information. There are a few examples of cryptography that are used in business and government to help prevent unwanted disclosure of messages and other types of information. Find out information on the most popular types and how they are used.

Comparing Digital Signatures vs Encryption Email

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Asymmetric encryptions is implemented in both digital signatures and email encryption, however the similarity between the two ends there. This article looks at each process in detail, and then explores the differences between them.

Top 5 Options for Automated File Encryption

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Automated file encryption makes it easy to keep your files secure. Automated file encryption requires no effort on your side and this is its best advantage. There are a couple of approaches to automated file encryption, and they are explained briefly in this article.

Advantages and Disadvantages of WEP WPA Network Security

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000

When setting up a wireless network for your home or business, configuring wireless security is a feature often overlooked. Unfortunately this allows malicious users to gain access to your network and possibly obtain confidential information. WEP and WPA are two options available for security.

How to Encrypt Your Internet Traffic - Encryption Software Is a Must

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000

The Internet is a very insecure medium and this is why, if you want peace of mind, you need to take measures to protect yourself. Encryption is one of the best defenses you can take and this is why you need to learn how to encrypt your Internet traffic.

Wireless Encryption Protocol - All You want to Know

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Wireless Encryption Protocol or the Wired Equivalent Privacy is used to protect IEEE 802.11 wireless networks. This article offers an overview of the protocol and explains how to add it to your wireless network.

File Encryption Online – Reviewing your Favorites

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000

For online data, be it a cloud backup, email, or IMs, the probability of interception and misuse is always there. This article talks about the need for file encryption online and then reviews some of the services and software that offer safety to your online data.

Methods for Encrypting Word Documents Using | Windows 7 | Microsoft Office | TrueCrypt

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Encrypting your office documents will render them useless if they get into the wrong hands. Here are several methods for encrypting Word documents.

Is there a Difference Between Cryptography or Encryption terms? Includes Definitions, Types and Applications used for Secure Transmission of Data and Messages

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0000

When you think about cryptography or encryption, you may wonder if they are the same thing. Find out the difference between these two terms and how they are used in relation to the secure transmission of messages and other information.

What Does Bulk Encryption Mean?

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Bulk encryption protocols provide safe and cost effective methods for protecting data transmissions from compromise and theft. This article explores the encryption process, the different available algorithms, and the bulk encryption process.

Jump Drive Encryption

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0000

One major advantage of using a jump drive is the ability to carry gigabytes worth of data at your fingertips. Most of this information are likely personal or confidential in nature. Imagine losing those data to the wrong hands. Don’t like to worry? Why not use jump drive encryption?

Computer Encryption Basics - Purpose and Pros & Cons

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Computer Encryption is a process of encrypting or converting the unsecured data such as text, video, image, etc. into a form that can only be understood by its intended recipient. The data is called the cipher text and the process is referred to as encryption or data encryption.

Comparison between DES, 3DES, AES and Blowfish (Data Encryption Algorithms)

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0000

The need for data encryption arose by the growing concern fo the safety and security of the data. In this article, various data encryption algorithms under comparison are DES (Data Encryption Standard), 3DES (Triple DES), AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) and Blowfish (Best performance).

What is the International Data Encryption Algorithm IDEA? How it Works and What Industries are Using it as a Security Measure.

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0000

What is the International Data Encryption Algorithm IDEA? In this brief overview, find out about how it works and is being used as a security measure for business and government.

The Main Benefit of Data Encryption - Learn Why Data Encryption is Important for Your Laptop

Sun, 20 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Data encryption is not used by many, and some would consider it cumbersome and annoying to use. So why use data encryption? What is the purpose of it? Read on to understand why data encryption is important and why only taking preventative measure to protect your computer are not enough…

What is a Brute Force Attack?

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Not just a severe lynching anymore…

Passware Kit Forensic to crack Microsoft Bitlocker?

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000

BitLocker hacked, BitLocker is now cracked software, you are free to read protected data! That’s what one could have read recently in many places after Passware Kit Forensic release, which introduced a new feature. What’s all the fuss about?

File & Folder Protector Review

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000

File & Folder Protector (FPP) is a small, easy-to-use application which password protects files and folders on a Windows based computer. Here’s all you want to know about it.

What You Should Do if Windows XP WPA Stops Working

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000

If it is determined that the WPA encryption has stopped working, this article will outline various ways to fix the problem and have your wireless connection resume working.

A full-depth Review of Comodo SecureEmail

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Comodo SecureEmail is an innovative software making top email encryption easier, and thus safer. In this article you find all what you want to know about the top-notch Comodo SecureEmail 2.0 including valuable tips.

Comodo Disk Encryption Review

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Here in our review of Comodo Disk Encryption 1.2 you will find all you want to know about securing hard disk and partitions by means of Comodo Disk Encryption which is also capable of encrypting files and folders in smaller containers called Virtual Drives, and offers two-factor authentication.

Blowfish Encryption and Twofish Encryption