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Any encrypted file system is a file storage system in which the files have had a cipher (or algorithm) applied to change the data to undecipherable bits without the cipher decrypting them. It is a secure means in which to store personal or classified information so that a person who gains access without the proper password or key cannot access the information. See also: encryption, securing data with an algorithm, secure data storage

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What can you do so that you can use file and folder encryption with a volume using the FAT file system?

Nothing. The FAT file system simply does not support the features needed for file/folder encryption. You'll have to convert the volume to NTFS.


Does fat32 support encryption?

No NTFS is the only file system capable of encryption


Why is encryption available in the NTFS file system and not in the FAT32 file system?

Encryption is available in the NTFS file system because it supports advanced security features, including file permissions and access control, which are essential for managing encrypted data. NTFS is designed for use in environments requiring high security and data integrity, while FAT32 is a simpler file system that lacks these advanced features. Consequently, FAT32 does not provide the necessary infrastructure to implement encryption effectively.


How do you use file and folder encryption with a volume using the fat file system and windows?

Convert the volume to NTFS


What can you do so that you can use file and folder encryption with a volume using the FAT file system and Windows Vista Business edition?

Convert a FAT volume to NTFS so that you can use encryption.


What file system must be used to encrypt an entire hard drive?

If you mean full Hard disk encryption, right down to the FAT Table, then I would recommend using a third party program that supports such functions such as "Truecrypt". NTFS for example supports file encryption and windows has "Bitlocker" which supports a type of drive encryption and file container encryption. There are also hardware based methods which allows for OS transparent hard drive encryption that would prevent the drive from being read in another system without the hardware key. File system is USUALLY not important. Since encryption at a hardware level bypasses the OS and is transparent to it.


What encryption mechanisms are built into Windows XP professional?

Encrypting File System (EFS)


Where can one find more information on folder encryption?

Folder encryption is a form of disk encryption where individual files or directories are encrypted by the file system itself. More information can be found at Microsoft.


What encryption mechanisms are built into Microsoft Windows XP Professional?

Encrypting File System (EFS)


What are the advantages of file encryption?

Security.


What file system must be used in order to encrypt folders and files in Windows Vista or xp?

EFS stands for Encrypted File System and is used to encrypt folders and files in Windows XP or Vista.This encryption works ONLY when using the Windows NTFS file system!


Is file encryption necessary in Linux?

No, but its there if you want it.