BitLocker was Microsofts first transfer to full disk file encryption with support included in Windows Vista. Since then BitLocker has evolved and enhanced into a great softwarebased full disk file encryption resolution. New for Windows 7 is support for removable disks. By means of BitLocker on a removable USB flash drive gives a good way to defend your computer data in the event the drive was missing or thieved.

Not only will your data always be protected but it is possible to gain access to your computer data on Windows XP and Vista using a read-only interface that’s installed during the initial encryption. Now you are able to get your data anywhere, not just on your Windows 7 computer.