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Title: What software to encrypt a USB Flash Drive
Post by: edzha90 on May 18, 2017, 06:00:54 AM

Hi there,

I have a few flash drives branded 'kingston' and 'sandisk'.

My question, what software would you suggest to encrypt all files? Would you suggest paid or free version software?

Regards

Title: Re: What software to encrypt a USB Flash Drive
Post by: Geek-9pm on May 18, 2017, 09:57:57 AM

How much money is it worth to you?
Anybody who sells you something has a legal responsibility.
Windows already has built-in encryption.

Title: Re: What software to encrypt a USB Flash Drive
Post by: patio on May 18, 2017, 10:01:38 AM

Beware though...

Most Users are irresponsible with their passkeys and then come here askin how to unlock...

Title: Re: What software to encrypt a USB Flash Drive
Post by: edzha90 on May 20, 2017, 09:03:33 AM

It is always good to feel safe that your data is encrypted.

Password wouldn't be an issue.

What is it called that windows have built-in encryption?

Regards

Title: Re: What software to encrypt a USB Flash Drive
Post by: Geek-9pm on May 20, 2017, 09:39:49 AM

Look here:
How to Easily Encrypt Your USB Drive in Windows 7 (https://www.maketecheasier.com/easily-encrypt-your-usb-drive-in-windows-7/)

Don't for get the password!   8)

Title: Re: What software to encrypt a USB Flash Drive
Post by: edzha90 on June 12, 2017, 02:57:31 AM

I have windows 10, can I use that program ?

Title: Re: What software to encrypt a USB Flash Drive
Post by: Geek-9pm on June 12, 2017, 03:16:52 PM

Yes, here is a link for Windows 10.
https://www.groovypost.com/howto/encrypt-flash-drive-sd-card-windows-10-bitlocker/

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Flash drives and SD cards are a convenient tool for transferring data. However, with the convenience and portability, comes a security risk. That’s where encryption becomes valuable, and BitLocker in Windows 10 makes it easy to do. Plus, Windows 10 version 1151 comes with a new and improved encryption algorithm.
Note: The BitLocker encryption tool is only available in Windows 10 Pro and not the Home version.

Look in control panel to see if you have he BitLocker encryption tool.