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Consider your data security needs before deciding.

Consider your data security needs before deciding.

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wolf1302
Junior Member
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05-24-2016, 01:14 PM
#11
You could just get like Truecrypt and encrypt only some stuff without having to encrypt the entire drive and loose performance. Though, as mentioned above, it may be hard to recover data if your hdd where to crash. So make sure to back up properly (should be done anyways but...) EDIT: Yes, truecrypt doesn't have support anymore. Though, some security researchers checked it a while ago so it should be fine to use. And if it's only friends and family you want to keep out, it shouldn't an issue really. EDIT2: Here's a tutorial on how to encrypt a folder using Truecrypt. It was published in 2010 so there may be slightly different than now but should give you an idea of how to do it. Or this youtube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BDmIXpnONio EDIT3: And here is an article explaining it's secure (mostly).
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wolf1302
05-24-2016, 01:14 PM #11

You could just get like Truecrypt and encrypt only some stuff without having to encrypt the entire drive and loose performance. Though, as mentioned above, it may be hard to recover data if your hdd where to crash. So make sure to back up properly (should be done anyways but...) EDIT: Yes, truecrypt doesn't have support anymore. Though, some security researchers checked it a while ago so it should be fine to use. And if it's only friends and family you want to keep out, it shouldn't an issue really. EDIT2: Here's a tutorial on how to encrypt a folder using Truecrypt. It was published in 2010 so there may be slightly different than now but should give you an idea of how to do it. Or this youtube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BDmIXpnONio EDIT3: And here is an article explaining it's secure (mostly).

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DavePlaysYT
Member
224
05-24-2016, 07:05 PM
#12
I’m trying to keep my emails private, but I don’t want my parents to find them.
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DavePlaysYT
05-24-2016, 07:05 PM #12

I’m trying to keep my emails private, but I don’t want my parents to find them.

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senbonzakura13
Senior Member
372
05-24-2016, 09:42 PM
#13
You're correct, my dad and brother work in IT and they managed to access my PC despite having a Windows password. They disabled parental controls, reformatted the drive, and reinstalled Windows, making it secure again.
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senbonzakura13
05-24-2016, 09:42 PM #13

You're correct, my dad and brother work in IT and they managed to access my PC despite having a Windows password. They disabled parental controls, reformatted the drive, and reinstalled Windows, making it secure again.

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ItsDrAxel
Member
113
05-27-2016, 08:09 AM
#14
If parental controls are in place, you might need them. Since you're under 18, you should generally follow your parents' preferences after all the device is theirs. Consider discussing it with them to understand their expectations.
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ItsDrAxel
05-27-2016, 08:09 AM #14

If parental controls are in place, you might need them. Since you're under 18, you should generally follow your parents' preferences after all the device is theirs. Consider discussing it with them to understand their expectations.

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Malbezem
Junior Member
36
05-28-2016, 01:01 AM
#15
Because I play too many games, that's why I have nothing to hide except my passwords.
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Malbezem
05-28-2016, 01:01 AM #15

Because I play too many games, that's why I have nothing to hide except my passwords.

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Huuulk
Junior Member
24
06-15-2016, 03:53 AM
#16
Cease engaging in excessive gaming immediately.
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Huuulk
06-15-2016, 03:53 AM #16

Cease engaging in excessive gaming immediately.

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DavidZane
Junior Member
16
06-16-2016, 07:51 PM
#17
I’ve chosen to switch to Windows 10 Pro and secure the drive with encryption for better protection of my passwords and data.
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DavidZane
06-16-2016, 07:51 PM #17

I’ve chosen to switch to Windows 10 Pro and secure the drive with encryption for better protection of my passwords and data.

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PadnD
Member
56
06-18-2016, 05:06 AM
#18
I run BitLocker on all my computer's operating system drives using TPM. I don't understand what you're suggesting unless you're talking about HDDs, which could slow things down. I use an SSD instead. Just make sure to store your password in your MS account.
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PadnD
06-18-2016, 05:06 AM #18

I run BitLocker on all my computer's operating system drives using TPM. I don't understand what you're suggesting unless you're talking about HDDs, which could slow things down. I use an SSD instead. Just make sure to store your password in your MS account.

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FuzzyMug
Senior Member
476
06-18-2016, 01:53 PM
#19
Log in using your Microsoft account. Upon entry, the system will request your password, which you can use to generate a separate guest account. For securing your hard drive, consider upgrading to Windows 10 and then turn on BitLocker to protect your data.
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FuzzyMug
06-18-2016, 01:53 PM #19

Log in using your Microsoft account. Upon entry, the system will request your password, which you can use to generate a separate guest account. For securing your hard drive, consider upgrading to Windows 10 and then turn on BitLocker to protect your data.

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Senshi_
Member
197
06-21-2016, 04:41 PM
#20
I need to know... what’s important enough to protect? If there’s a risk from the NSA, I might get it, but I’m sure no one wants your personal files or game saves.
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Senshi_
06-21-2016, 04:41 PM #20

I need to know... what’s important enough to protect? If there’s a risk from the NSA, I might get it, but I’m sure no one wants your personal files or game saves.

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