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windows vista.need a secure,password protected folder.is it possible?
using a shared computer,can i open a password protected folder to store all personal documents,data etc.that only i can view.if so how?
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- Samuel AdamsLv 71 decade agoFavorite Answer
Windows does not include built-in capability to password protect your files other than your user account which can be easily bypassed. You will also be required to make changes to security settings so other users cannot gain access which requires XP Professional or Vista Home Premium or better.
The easiest and most secure option would be to get encryption software. I recommend Truecrypt, which is a free program to password protect your files and folders. You are able to create an encrypted file of a size you specify which you are then able to mount to a virtual drive. You can also encrypt an entire drive.
Truecrypt is a free open-source disk encryption software for Windows Vista/XP/2000 and Linux. CNET gives Truecrypt a 5 star rating so you know this software won't disappoint you.
Source(s): http://www.truecrypt.org/ - Anonymous1 decade ago
Yes I think it is
