Windows Vista®: Home Networking

Set Advanced Account Properties

Although the default account properties will likely suffice, you should be aware that you can assign some advanced properties. You are already aware of the importance of creating passwords, but of equal importance are some hidden security properties such as file encryption certificates and advanced profile properties. Although you might not want to change these settings, it does not hurt to know they exist and what they offer.

File Encryption

A file encryption certificate lets you encrypt your files for additional security. However, you must have an encryption certificate and an associated decryption key. You have to use the decryption key to access encrypted files. Many people store their encryption keys on a smart ...