How can I password protect my external USB HDD ?

[DriftKing]

Hey, I just want to know tha how can I password Protect my external USB HDD ? I f anyone know any software about this, kindly give me a name. So my HDD will not open at any pc without Password. Thanks in advance.

[kelly]

I suggest to use True Crypt

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[shoulder]

Just password protect access to your HDD isn't very secure as it can be easily bypassed.

Encrypting is what I think you're looking for and TC suggested by Kelly does the job.

[anon]

TrueCrypt has my vote, too. It's one of the best hard drive encryption programs.

But if all you need is keeping total lamers away, rather than fully encrypting your HDD, a simple program like "Folder Lock" should be enough.

[Pickle]

bitlocker with windows 7 ultimate, just kiding i also suggest you to use truecrypt

[DriftKing]

Thanks for the reply. TrueCrypt is really a good software. Thats the software what I need.

[Empoleon]

Check out Universal Shield, is a gem in my mind.

Allows Passwording and Encryption.