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Encrypting laptop disk with TrueCrypt
Just bought a laptop and I have potentially sensitive information on it. I'm running Vista Ulitimate and was considering BitLocker to encrypt the disk - however, it looks like I would have to re-partition my hard drive and reinstall the OS to meet the requirements. I'm also not sure if the BIOS supports TPM.
I've used TrueCrypt to encrypt flash drives, which I like... but does anyone have any feedback/thoughts/experien
I've used TrueCrypt to encrypt flash drives, which I like... but does anyone have any feedback/thoughts/experien
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Just backup first.
I used clonezilla to a seperate 500gb drive first, because I could not afford to lose my os if it trashed it in the attempt.
I've noticed no problems whatsoever.
I used clonezilla to a seperate 500gb drive first, because I could not afford to lose my os if it trashed it in the attempt.
I've noticed no problems whatsoever.
No, there is no significant change on performance. I have used true crypt (for test). There was no problem. But backup your disk first (just a preparation against something goes wrong). You can erase the backup securely after everything goes smooth, else you can restore the backup.
I two have had no issues with truecrypt (on laptops and desktops) but laptops can often have non-standard hardware (lowest priced chipset supplier is usually used, not the best) so a backup is certainly advised.
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