Articles tagged: bitlocker
Does Whole-disk Encryption Impact Computer Performance?
Whole-disk encryption has only minimal impact on the performance of modern computers and hard drives. I’ll review why that’s the case and outline something more important: your ability to access the data when something goes wrong.
How Is it Possible to Change a Password Without Re-encrypting an Encrypted Disk?
If your password is used to encrypt your hard disk, how can you change your password and still be able to decrypt your disk?
How Do I Protect My Laptop Data from Theft?
Laptops are portable, convenient, and easily lost. If lost, all your data could easily be available to the finder. Encryption is the answer.
Why I (No Longer) Avoid BitLocker
BitLocker is fine encryption if used properly. The problem is that it’s too easy for the average user to skip steps that could result in data loss.