BitLocker functions by encrypting all data on the drive where the Windows operating system is installed.
Having the encryption key stored on a physically secure machine will provide you with an additional layer of security.
The system or the boot drive must use the NTFS file system and must be 64MB or larger.
It is also important to keep in mind that BitLocker does not encrypt removable drives.
How Does BitLocker Work in Windows?
In some cases, encrypting and decrypting the drive can slow down the overall performance of the system slightly.
In any case, you’re able to alwaysdisable BitLocker on Windowsif you no longer need it.
