Categorized | Tech Stuff

Folder Lock: Classic Review

Folder Lock provides maximum protection for encrypted data and password for Windows systems.  The storage Lockers can simultaneously encrypt, lock and password protect files, folders, Flash Drives and CD-DVD optical media. Folder Lock is compatible with Windows 2000, XP, Server 2003 and Vista (32 & 64 bit versions).

folder-lock

Installation

Folder Lock can be easily installed using the ‘install wizard’ and takes less than one minute. It is highly recommended to exit any conflicting Windows app before installation.

Salient Features

Folder Lock has the unique ability to create a customized locker where any new documents you put in are protected under the same 256-bit AES Encryption. Also, several settings including,  how the applications behaves, downloading updates, Stealth Mode, History Cleaning and Hack Attempt Monitoring. In addition, Folder Lock has the ability to manage different lockers including, Renaming, Changing Passwords, Deleting and increasing locker size. It also comes with a keyboard lock to avoid possible hacking by keyboard Ninja’s.

Additional Features

Folder Lock securely locks emails by transferring them to flash drives or other optical media.  The only way they can be opened is if the end user knows the password where Auto Protect and Shutdown app will shutdown attempts to access the file after 5 incorrect password attempts.

Easy Usage

Folder Lock is an easy user app despite several complex features where the first requirement is a strong password encryption. Now, you can browse to the files and folders you want to lock down and encrypt. You can only unlock a folder when you enter in the appropriate password, choose the locker to extract and then choose a directory to extract the files.

Performance

Folder Lock performs with an optimum level of accuracy using few system resources. There are no backups required  after successfully creating encrypted lockers.

Product Support

Folder Lock product support comes from New Software LLC, including, an internal user manual, FAQ’s, Knowledgebase, user forum and a web app for technical support.

Conclusion

Folder Lock offers maximum protection on shared computer networks especially in commercial environments. It occupies very less RAM space  and offers several different features and options.  It offers high quality   256-bit AES Encryption and other secure means of shredding files and shutting down the PC after too many failed password attempts.  Folder Lock is offered as a free 30 day trial and the cost is $39.95.

  • Share/Bookmark

Most commented posts

Leave a Reply

Translate to ur language