This is the first I've seen this. Seems like it should have been publicized more. I'm not sure I want Microsoft or anyone else holding my encryption keys. Luckily, this only applies to computers with a TPM, which I don't have. Do you?
Windows 8.1 Will Start Encrypting Hard Drives By Default: Everything You Need to Know
Windows 8.1 Will Start Encrypting Hard Drives By Default: Everything You Need to Know
My Computer
System One
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- OS
- Windows 8.1 consumer 64 bit
- Computer type
- Laptop
- System Manufacturer/Model
- Acer Aspire M5 481PT-6644
- CPU
- Intel Core I5
- Memory
- 6 GB
- Hard Drives
- Spinning/SSD hybrid 500GB/20GB
- Mouse
- ELAN Trackpad
- Internet Speed
- 18mbs/5mbs
- Browser
- Chrome
- Antivirus
- Windows Defender