How do I apply BitLocker to my external hard drive?

Under System and Security, locate and click on BitLocker Drive Encryption. BitLocker is a built-in feature in Windows that allows you to encrypt your drives to protect your files from unauthorized access.

Once you're in the BitLocker Drive Encryption window, scroll down to the "BitLocker To Go" section. This section is specifically for encrypting removable drives such as USB flash drives and external hard drives.

In the "BitLocker To Go" section, you'll see a list of connected removable drives. Select the drive you wish to encrypt by clicking on it. Make sure you have backed up any important data on the drive before proceeding, as encryption will Render the data unreadable without the proper key.

Enabling BitLocker To Go on removable drives is a straightforward process that helps secure your data. Begin by navigating to the Start button and selecting Control Panel from the menu.

Within Control Panel, scroll down to the System and Security category and click on it. This section contains various tools to help manage your computer's security settings.