How to encrypt a disk with 2 Windows OSes and 3 partitions with Vera Crypt? [migrated]

I have a disk with an MBR partition scheme and 3 partitions. On the first partition, there’s a Windows 7 C: drive which I keep to play some retro games that won’t run on newer Windows. The second partition is a Windows 7 D: partition. It’s… Continue reading How to encrypt a disk with 2 Windows OSes and 3 partitions with Vera Crypt? [migrated]

Full disk encryption: remotely enter password (Veracrypt or other solutions) [migrated]

my computer’s OS drive is fully encrypted with Veracrypt’s system encryption: https://veracrypt.eu/en/System%20Encryption.html
Is there a way to remotely enter the password in the pre-boot authentication screen? Like sending it via LAN or … Continue reading Full disk encryption: remotely enter password (Veracrypt or other solutions) [migrated]

Can someone access my veracrypt quick formatted container’s files more easily than if I’d performed a full format?

I’d like to perform a quick format on my external HDD through veracrypt but I’m not sure if a quick format will allow an outsider to download my data from the HDD with ease compared to a full format. I don’t care if they see what it contai… Continue reading Can someone access my veracrypt quick formatted container’s files more easily than if I’d performed a full format?

How is one supposed to choose between encryption algorithms/settings in VeraCrypt? [duplicate]

Every single time I install an new storage device, I’m faced with the same impossible task: how to determine what is the most secure encryption algorithm/settings?
Over the years, I have basically just picked a random one out of the choice… Continue reading How is one supposed to choose between encryption algorithms/settings in VeraCrypt? [duplicate]