Windows 10: Does Bitlocker prevent a thief from using my laptop?

Discus and support Does Bitlocker prevent a thief from using my laptop? in AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security to solve the problem; I have had two Windows laptops stolen in as many years. I am trying to find a way to make my laptop useless to a thief and am wondering if Bitlocker... Discussion in 'AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security' started by Marcu1313, Nov 5, 2018.

  1. Marcu1313 Win User

    Does Bitlocker prevent a thief from using my laptop?


    I have had two Windows laptops stolen in as many years. I am trying to find a way to make my laptop useless to a thief and am wondering if Bitlocker will do the trick. For instance, if I use Bitlocker on my system does that only protect the HD and data or will that also protect the system from reuse/sale if the thief swaps the locked hard drive with a new one? Thank you in advance for you responses.

    :)
     
    Marcu1313, Nov 5, 2018
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  2. Paola Gar Win User

    Need to turn off Bitlocker to install Windows 10

    Hi,

    We suggest doing the following steps again to resolve the issue. To complete the procedure, make sure that you have the following information:

    • You must be able to provide administrative credentials.
    • The drive must be BitLocker-protected.
    To suspend BitLocker Drive Encryption on an operating system drive, please follow the steps below:

    • Click Start, click Control Panel, click
      System and Security, and then click BitLocker Drive Encryption.
    • Click Suspend Protection for the operating system drive.
    • A message is displayed, informing you that your data will not be protected while BitLocker is suspended and asking if you want to suspend BitLocker Drive Encryption.
    • Click Yes to continue and suspend BitLocker on the drive.

    Let us know how it goes.
     
    Paola Gar, Nov 5, 2018
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  3. Ernie San Win User
    Bitlocker

    Hello Nandana,

    To enable BitLocker on your computer, you follow the steps below:

    • Sign in to your Windows account with an administrator access.
    • Press the Windows key.
    • Type and enter BitLocker.
    • Click Turn on BitLocker.
    • If the system is asking to sing in to administrator access, please do so.
    For additional information about BitLocker, we suggest that you check the frequently ask question on this
    link. The link provided applies to Windows 8.1 to higher version.

    If you have other concerns, don't hesitate to reach us.
     
    Ernie San, Nov 5, 2018
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  4. Frick Win User

    Does Bitlocker prevent a thief from using my laptop?

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    That last bit when the guards stepped out and he unslung the bow was bull. YOU DON'T FACE GUARDS IN THIEF!
     
    Frick, Nov 5, 2018
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