windows encryption

Microsoft’s cooperation with investigators in a Guam fraud probe by producing BitLocker recovery keys to the FBI has forced a sharp re-examination of how Windows device encryption works in practice — and what “warrant‑proof” encryption actually means for users when recovery keys are backed up to...

A routine reinstall of Windows 11 turned into a catastrophic data loss for one user after automatic device encryption (BitLocker) locked two large backup drives and demanded 48‑digit recovery keys that the owner never saw — a vivid illustration of how “secure by default” design choices can...

When it comes to optimizing file management, few features on Windows have impacted workflow so silently yet profoundly as the built-in zip and unzip tools. Their ability to seamlessly compress and decompress files has become ubiquitous, not just among IT professionals but for anyone seeking to...

When considering the best encryption solution for Windows 11, one name that routinely emerges at the top of industry and enthusiast discussions is VeraCrypt. As digital threats diversify and intensify, the average user and enterprise alike face growing anxieties about just how secure their...

In an era where data breaches are becoming increasingly common, ensuring the security of our personal and business information has never been more critical. Enter BitLocker Drive Encryption, an integral feature of Windows that provides robust encryption to safeguard your data. Whether you're a...

Hi there i have somehow encrypted some files in a folder and cant open them, they are (where.avi) and now thet have turned into some weird format like (going out..wmvfgeffgef) what have i done and is there anyway to convert them back, i know that i checked some boxes in properties and clicked...