I am currently using Windows 7 as my Operating System for the laptop. I have to secure some private folders with a password. So, how to protect files in Windows 7 using tools?
If you want to protect some particular folders that may contain some sensitive data or information, you can make use of the software below.
1. Lock-a-folder: A perfect solution for beginners with a minimal interface and single master password.
Download link:Â http://www.softpedia.com/get/Security/Lockdown/LocK-A-FoLdeR.shtml
2. Folder Guard: You can either set the individual passwords or just lock and hide the folders. It gives a trial version of 30 days for free.
Download link:Â http://www.folder-guard.com/
3. Folder Protector: It uses encryption to protect the documents.
Download link:Â http://www.kakasoft.com/folder-protect/index.html
