diff --git a/windows/security/operating-system.md b/windows/security/operating-system.md index 584a85b7bd..e16ff2bd56 100644 --- a/windows/security/operating-system.md +++ b/windows/security/operating-system.md @@ -13,9 +13,7 @@ author: denisebmsft # Windows operating system security -This article provides an overview of security measures built into Windows 11. - -## Operating system security +This article provides an overview of operating system security in Windows 11. Security and privacy depend on an operating system that guards your system and information from the moment it starts up, providing fundamental chip-to-cloud protection. Windows 11 is the most secure Windows yet with extensive security measures designed to help keep you safe. These measures include built-in advanced encryption and data protection, robust network and system security, and intelligent safeguards against ever-evolving threats. diff --git a/windows/security/os-security/encryption-data-protection.md b/windows/security/os-security/encryption-data-protection.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..ea4eab560f --- /dev/null +++ b/windows/security/os-security/encryption-data-protection.md @@ -0,0 +1,29 @@ +--- +title: Encryption and data protection in Windows 11 +description: Get an overview encryption and data protection in Windows 11 +search.appverid: MET150 +author: denisebmsft +ms.author: deniseb +manager: dansimp +audience: ITPro +ms.topic: conceptual +ms.date: 09/07/2021 +ms.prod: w11 +ms.localizationpriority: medium +ms.collection: +ms.custom: +ms.reviewer: deepakm, rafals +f1.keywords: NOCSH +--- + +# Encryption and data protection in Windows 11 + +This article provides a brief overview of encryption and data protection built into Windows 11. + +When people travel with their computers and devices, their confidential information travels with them. Wherever confidential data is stored, it must be protected against unauthorized access, whether through physical device theft or from malicious applications. Windows has a long history of providing at-rest data-protection solutions that guard against nefarious attackers, starting with the Encrypting File System (EFS) in the Windows 2000 operating system. + +In Windows 11, encryption and data protection features include: + +- [Encrypted Hard Drive](../information-protection/encrypted-hard-drive.md) +- [BitLocker](../information-protection/bitlocker/bitlocker-overview.md) + diff --git a/windows/security/os-security/trusted-boot.md b/windows/security/os-security/trusted-boot.md index 4a2e241a83..7728813615 100644 --- a/windows/security/os-security/trusted-boot.md +++ b/windows/security/os-security/trusted-boot.md @@ -18,7 +18,9 @@ f1.keywords: NOCSH # Secure Boot and Trusted Boot -This article describes Secure Boot and Trusted Boot, security measures built into Windows 11 to prevent malware and corrupted components from loading when a Windows 11 device is starting. Secure Boot starts with initial boot-up protection, and then Trusted Boot picks up where Secure Boot leaves off. Together, Secure Boot and Trusted Boot help to ensure your Windows 11 system boots up safely and securely. +*This article describes Secure Boot and Trusted Boot, security measures built into Windows 11.* + +Secure Boot and Trusted Boot help prevent malware and corrupted components from loading when a Windows 11 device is starting. Secure Boot starts with initial boot-up protection, and then Trusted Boot picks up where Secure Boot leaves off. Together, Secure Boot and Trusted Boot help to ensure your Windows 11 system boots up safely and securely. ## Secure Boot diff --git a/windows/security/os-security/windows-security-app.md b/windows/security/os-security/windows-security-app.md index ed9e40c74b..b02306f0dc 100644 --- a/windows/security/os-security/windows-security-app.md +++ b/windows/security/os-security/windows-security-app.md @@ -18,7 +18,7 @@ f1.keywords: NOCSH # The Windows Security app -This article provides an overview of the Windows Security app in Windows 11. +*This article provides an overview of the Windows Security app in Windows 11.* :::image type="content" source="../images/windows-security-app-w11.png" alt-text="Windows Security app in Windows 11":::