Best Encryption Utilities: Protect Files, Email

These programs let you lock away files and ensure that your e-mail isn't intercepted by snoopers.

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License: Free

All-in-one security program lets you lock your desktop, encrypt files, and password protect programs.

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Prices from $40.00 License: Demo

Lock away your private files with a password known by you, and you alone.

- Rated: April 11, 2011

License: Free

Prevent others from seeing hidden information in your Office documents.

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License: Shareware

Encrypt your e-mail messages and ensure they are not intercepted by snoopers.

Prices from $70.00 License: Trial

The fastest virus, spyware, Internet protection you can buy.

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