TrueCrypt: Free Disk Encryption [Security]

These days encryption and digital security is more important than ever. Up until a week or so ago Linux and
Windows users had this great tool called TrueCrypt, now it is also on the Mac. TrueCrypt is free and open
source software. The home site has listed all of the following features:

1. Creates a virtual encrypted disk within a file and mounts it as a real disk.
2. Encrypts an entire partition or storage device such as USB flash drive or hard drive.
3. Encrypts a partition or drive where Windows is installed (pre-boot authentication).
4. Encryption is automatic, real-time (on-the-fly) and transparent.
5. Provides two levels of plausible deniability, in case an adversary forces you to reveal the password:
   1. Hidden volume (steganography – more information may be found here).
   2. No TrueCrypt volume can be identified (volumes cannot be distinguished from random data).
6. Encryption algorithms: AES-256, Serpent, and Twofish. Mode of operation: XTS.
7. Further information regarding features of the software may be found in the documentation.

Another great thing about TrueCrypt is that it’s encryption works the same across every system. Here’s where you can download it.

If you want to learn about protecting yourself from attackers and being more secure I recommend listening to Leo Laporte
and Steve Gibson’s podcast “Security Now.” They are a really valuable resource, are very useful and informative. You can
check out at that here.