Most people who use the Home Edition of Windows 10 and 11 are unlikely to be aware that their computer also comes with a Microsoft encryption tool. On many computers, it’s even activated by default.

Encryption is a security layer that will scramble or “encrypt” information so that only those with a special key can “decrypt” it to return it to its original form. Encryption, or ciphers, go back to ...

Windows BitLocker offers an easy-to-use solution for encrypting your hard drive. However, it also has drawbacks, which might not make it a great option for everyone. BitLocker is a powerful tool for ...