Device Encryption & BitLocker Basics

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About Course

Understand how full-disk encryption protects data on lost or stolen Windows laptops. Learn the difference between Windows device encryption and BitLocker, what the TPM does, why the NCSC recommends a pre-boot PIN, and how to look after recovery keys so you never lock yourself out.

Tutwoo is an independent learning provider. This course is general awareness training written from published official guidance. It does not replace training required for your specific job, and it is not an accredited qualification.

© 2026 Tutwoo UK Limited. This course was created in-house by Tutwoo and is our original work. It is for your own learning only: please do not copy, share, record or resell it.

What Will You Learn?

  • Explain what full-disk encryption protects against and what it does not
  • Tell the difference between Windows device encryption and BitLocker
  • Understand the TPM and why the NCSC recommends a BitLocker PIN
  • Find, store and manage BitLocker recovery keys correctly

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • Why encrypt devices?
  • Device encryption, BitLocker and the TPM
  • Why the NCSC recommends a BitLocker PIN
  • Managing recovery keys

Sources & Further Reading
The official guidance this course is based on.

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