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   Dragon1952 Registered Member

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   I just got a new Windows 11 Home computer with Device Encryption turned on. From what i read i could turn it off if i want to. Would that cause me any problems.

    

   Dragon1952, Mar 30, 2025

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   ronjor Global Moderator

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   I turned it off on my computer.
   It is an individual choice and depends on how you use your computer.
   
   Couple of links to read plus many more out there.
   
   https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us...itlocker/ad0e5ea3-cf32-44d5-852b-61726659bdb4
   
   https://askleo.com/bitlocker-vs-cryptomator-why-i-use-both-and-when-you-should-too/

    

   ronjor, Mar 31, 2025

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   Buddel Registered Member

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   So did I, and I do not intend to turn it on.

    

   Buddel, Mar 31, 2025

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   xxJackxx Registered Member

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   I wouldn't use it, because stuff like this:
   Microsoft fixes issue that sent PCs into BitLocker recovery

    

   xxJackxx, Mar 31, 2025

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