Microsoft explains PC-to-PC migration feature for switching to a new Windows 11 device - and it sounds like a smart idea to ...

Since Windows 11 24H2, Device Encryption automatically turns on when you clean install and sign in with a Microsoft account. This only affects fresh installs or new PCs with 24H2 preinstalled—not ...

The latest Windows 10 patch is locking some PCs and laptops into a boot loop that can’t be escaped without a BitLocker key.

Microsoft updated one of its support documents to confirm that there's a bug in KB5058379 that locks up Windows 10.

Microsoft has confirmed that some Windows 10 and Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2021 systems will boot into BitLocker recovery after installing the May 2025 security updates.

Microsoft is killing the Windows 11 bypass trick — soon, all setups will require internet and a Microsoft Account, leaving privacy-conscious users with fewer options.

When you sign in to Windows on a new PC using a Microsoft account, Windows uses the built-in device encryption option and automatically saves the recovery key to your Microsoft account.

The document makes the following points: Logons by guest accounts, local administrator accounts, or Microsoft accounts that are members of the guest group don't trigger BitLocker encryption of the ...

Microsoft added a reason why features like TPM and Secure Boot are important on the latest version of Windows 11.

Also: Where's your BitLocker recovery key? How to save a copy before the next Windows meltdown Why does encryption matter? An attacker who steals your PC (or even gains unauthorized access to it ...

BitLocker and Device Encryption are critical tools for protecting a PC’s data from thieves. Here’s everything you need to know about the encryption technologies built into Windows 10 and 11.