How to password protect a folder on a Windows PC and safeguard your files

To password protect a folder in Windows 10, you'll need to open the folder's "Properties" menu.

How to password protect a folder in Windows 10, to keep your files safe from prying eyes

You can password protect a folder in Windows 10 using a program called WinRar, which is free to download and use.
Wired

How to Encrypt any File, Folder, or Drive on Your System

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How to encrypt any file or folder: on Windows, Mac

How to encrypt your files and folders on Mac? If you have a Mac from late 2017 or later (with a T2 security chip or Apple silicon), then your system drive contents are encrypted by default. However, ...
Linux Journal

How to Encrypt and Securely Transfer Files with GPG

GnuPG, or GPG, is a free implementation of the OpenPGP standard. It allows you to encrypt and sign your data and communications. It features a versatile key management system and access modules for ...