Windows 10: what is bitlocker writing, after copying file?

When I transfer a 1gb file, bitlocker keeps writing something to the drive.

looking at the graph, you can see it taper off.

in constrast, with bitlocker off, there is no taper off.

what is bitlocker writing after the file has already been transferred?

Does bitlocker encrypt on the fly, or encrypt after a file has finished copying?

Does bitlocker write double the data? thereby using up an ssd's life sooner?


with bitlocker...





without bitlocker...



:)

 

Java.nio.file - Copying files

You can't copy a folder, thats why it generates an exception (you are trying to copy a folder using a copy file function).
You probably need to list all the files inside that folder and copy one by one

 

Java.nio.file - Copying files

Issue was the above, so thanks temp02.

 

Change in folder size after enabling Bitlocker

Hi,



Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.

We understand you concern related to the size of the folder displayed. Try these steps to narrow down the issue:

1. Disable bitlocker
   and then check the folder size.
2. We would also suggest you to open the folder and select all files and see the size of the contents.

Let us know if the size of the contents matches the folder size. If you see a difference, then the folder might be showing incorrect size.

Kindly reply us with the requested information to assist you better.



Awaiting for your response.



Amit Sunar

Microsoft Community – Moderator