Originally Posted by dingo
I am considering encrypting specific files / folders on my notebook, but don't want to get myself in a jam I cannot get out of. For those of you that have (or decided not to), what are the things to be careful of if there are any at all? If you've opted not to encrypt, why not?
Google "PGP", get the free application (i.e. not professional/enterprise version) and you're all set. Takes a little time to read instructions, etc.
Works for iPods also...