If you want to make your PC or network secure and searching for a free application then here are two free solutions available. You can use these protection applications to lock & hide your files, folders, USB port, drives etc.

1- LockPhix

LockPhix works as an encryption software and computer locking tool. It is an open source, freeware. It locks your computer screen and you can customize it according to your requirements. It is password protected and you can unlock your screen through USB, key stroke or by entering password. The included FileVault tool works to encrypt and decrypt files for safety purpose. PasswordSafe tool serves as a database. You can store your passwords in it and apply a single password to access all.

It is compatible with Windows OS.

Download LockPhix

2- Cryptainer LE Encryption Software

Cryptainer LE is a software which uses 128 bit encryption technique. It creates a 25 MB encrypted vault on hard disk. This vault could protect any type of file and could be easily load or unload. You can apply password to any file, folder, CD-ROM, USB drive or any other data storage device.

This software works with all 32 bit versions of Windows.

Download Cryptainer LE

We hope you will enjoy the features of these free applications.