Encryption and digital security is becoming more important than ever these days. Up until recently, both Linux and Windows users had the privy of a great tool called TrueCrypt, which has now been made available for Macs. It is a free and open source software that includes all of the following features to help you stay secure.
1. Creates a virtual encrypted disk within a file and mounts it as a real disk.
2. Encrypts an entire partition or storage device such as USB flash drive or hard drive.
3. Encrypts a partition or drive where Windows is installed (pre-boot authentication).
4. Encryption is automatic, real-time (on-the-fly) and transparent.
5. Provides two levels of plausible deniability, in case an adversary forces you to reveal the password.
6. Encryption algorithms: AES-256, Serpent, and Twofish. Mode of operation: XTS.
7. Further information regarding features of the software may be found in the documentation.
One great thing about TrueCrypt is that its encryption works exactly the same across any system. Download it here.
