The Hidden Windows 11 Feature That Could Lock You Out of Your Own Computer

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Welcome back to Tech Brewed! In today’s episode, Greg Doig uncovers a hidden Windows 11 feature that could affect every user: automatic drive encryption. If you logged into your computer with a Microsoft account during setup, Windows 11 may have silently encrypted your hard drive—no warning, no fanfare. This behind-the-scenes security boost is great, until you need to reinstall Windows or recover your data and realize your recovery key is missing. Greg Doig walks us through how to check if your device is encrypted, the critical steps to back up your recovery keys, and why proper backups are essential to avoid getting locked out. Grab your notebook—this episode is packed with practical advice to keep your digital life secure!

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