VeraCrypt is a free, open-source disk encryption software that is available for Linux, MacOS, and Windows. With VeraCrypt, you create a virtual encrypted disk on your internal drive that can then be ...

Investing in fireproof safes and document storage is a practical step toward protecting your assets from fire, water and theft.

I did not download a file locker. I repurposed a tool I already had.

If you want to lock a part of a Word document with a password, here is the step-by-step guide you need to follow. Although you can use the Review option to lock the entire Word document, this guide ...

A bug in Windows 11 is crashing Explorer.exe, which could make your desktop UI disappear, including the taskbar.

Encrypting your important files and folders is a great way to ensure data safety. Microsoft’s EFS tool is simple to use and keeps your files safe in its vault. Encrypted folders are identified by a ...

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If you do not want users on a computer to be able to use the Lock option in the Windows 8 Start Screen user tile menu, you can disable it via a policy in the Group Policy Editor or via a Registry key.

How to disable the lock screen in Windows 11–an update Your email has been sent Among the many tweaks and tips TechRepublic has shown you over the years for Windows 10 was a specific edit of the ...

The latest release features an updated interface, optimized workflows, and improved system responsiveness. Enhancements include faster startup times, more efficient encryption processes, and smoother ...

If you do not want users on a computer to be able to have the Lock option when they enter the Ctrl+Alt+Delete keyboard combination, you can disable it via a policy in the Group Policy Editor or via a ...