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Encrypting files keeps sensitive data like personal details, finances, and passwords safe from attackers by making them unreadable to unauthorized users. Encryption also safeguards data in case of device loss or theft, preventing malicious actors from accessing or misusing the information even if the drive is removed. Encrypting and securing sensitive files on macOS can be done using built-in tools. Using FileVault for full disk encryption on macOS FileVault is Apple’s built-in full-disk encryption (FDE) … More → The post How to encrypt and secure sensitive files on macOS appeared first on Help Net Security.

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