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    freeware for encrypting or just locking certain folders

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by LBJade, Jul 19, 2011.

  1. LBJade

    LBJade Notebook Enthusiast

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    hi what's the best freeware(you have used or currently using) for encrypting a whole directory folder? Like having a safe folder for personal stuffs :D ?

    if you could provide me a link it would be great.

    thanks.
     
    LBJade, Jul 19, 2011
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    have you looked at truecrypt.org ?
     
    atobe, Jul 19, 2011
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    Raptor88 Notebook Consultant

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    You can try mylockbox. The freeware version allows you to lock one folder on your computer with a password. The professonal version will allow you to lock multiple folders. It'll hide your personal files from normal people, but it's not secure like TrueCrypt or any real encrypting software. Try TrueCrypt for confidential files.
     
    aylafan, Jul 19, 2011
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    LBJade Notebook Enthusiast

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    thanks guys. i'll try your recommendations and see what fills my need and which is more efficient in terms of resources.
     
    LBJade, Jul 20, 2011
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