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Microsoft quietly changed how BitLocker works — and it could lock you out of your own PC

Windows now encrypts drives silently, creating potential lockout risks.
ExtremeTech

Microsoft to Make BitLocker Encryption the Default in Next Windows 11 Build

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SlashGear

How To Encrypt A Hard Drive On Windows, And Why You Might Need To

Your Windows device is likely protected with a passcode — the PIN or password you enter when signing in. For most users, login security prevents unauthorized access ...
MUO on MSN

My Windows 11 PC will refuse to start unless this USB drive is plugged in

My BitLocker enabled computer won't boot without my USB.
Ars Technica

Crucial and Samsung SSD encryption easily bypassed, MBAM/BitLocker on Windows 10

I'm not sure if anyone saw the news, but apparently Crucial's and Samsung's self-encrypting drives have very weak keys or key verification and is easily bypassed to get access to the encrypted data.
TechRepublic

Personal data encryption in Windows 11

There’s a new, more secure way to encrypt files in Windows 11, but it’s only an option for building secure applications, not a replacement for BitLocker. Image: Ascannio/Adobe Stock Windows 10 already ...