It is important to keep your sensitive information - be it financial information, medical records, your personal
downloads or, for that matter, your entire hard drive - private and secure by using strong encryption. Think of
encryption like an almost impenetrable safe for which only you have the combination.
You can encrypt individual files and folders on your system or - better yet - use on-the-fly encryption to lock
down your entire system. Some encryption software even allows you to create a completely 'hidden' operating system which
keeps all of your computer's information free from prying eyes.
So, whether you want to simply keep the contents of your private laptop safe in the event it is stolen or you
want to keep your business' trade secrets safe from industrial spies, everyone these days should seriously consider
using encryption.
The book,
Complete Guide to Internet Privacy, Anonymity & Security
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clearly explains encryption and recommends some easy-to-use encryption software, including free software.
And remember always to use strong passphrases! The book gives a number of practical
tips and recommends some tools for ensuring that your passphrases are strong, whether for your encryption software or your
online accounts alike.
