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7/13/2014

How to Set Up BitLocker Encryption on Windows

Windows can encrypt entire operating system drives and removable devices with its built-in BitLocker encryption. When TrueCrypt controversially closed up shop, they recommended their users transition away from TrueCrypt to BitLocker.
BitLocker Drive Encryption and BitLocker To Go require a Professional or Enterprise edition of Windows 7, 8, or 8.1. However, the “core” version of Windows 8.1 includes a “Device Encryption” feature that works similarly.