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    Quote Originally Posted by kwando View Post
    keep those usb keys encrypted... or else if someone finds it you are SOL
    what level do you suggest? 128k or 256k. I have a couple encryption programs but the only problem i see is your comp with the program on it dies a horrible death somehow how would you go about decrypting to make the documents useful?
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    Double bag them in ESD (anti-static) bags too. this MAY help protect them from getting wiped by an EMP blast (of course you'll need a non-effected computer to read 'em.
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    Don't forget maps. I have maps downloaded that have different evacuation routes, meeting places etc.. one USB in each BOB just incase the group gets seperated.

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    Quote Originally Posted by DFBrews View Post
    what level do you suggest? 128k or 256k. I have a couple encryption programs but the only problem i see is your comp with the program on it dies a horrible death somehow how would you go about decrypting to make the documents useful?
    I use truecrypt, keep the encryption files on the USB key, when I need the encrypted volume, mount the volume enter the PW and I have access

    also keep an external HDD and another USB key in the safe.

    you will be surprised how durable theses USB keys are, I've washed mine in my jean pockets and dried them and it didn't kill the key.
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    Quote Originally Posted by kwando View Post
    I use truecrypt, keep the encryption files on the USB key, when I need the encrypted volume, mount the volume enter the PW and I have access

    also keep an external HDD and another USB key in the safe.

    you will be surprised how durable theses USB keys are, I've washed mine in my jean pockets and dried them and it didn't kill the key.

    I would love to know what you guys are talking about but I am completely lost.

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    Quote Originally Posted by KevDen2005 View Post
    I would love to know what you guys are talking about but I am completely lost.
    with kwandos program which i just downloaded

    it allows files to be stored on a usb jump drive encrypted but also has a boot file in it so that instead of needing a dedicated program on your computer to access the data, it allows a password to be entered and the files are accessible.

    ETA not exactly how it works after reading up on it but a good basic description
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    Quote Originally Posted by DFBrews View Post
    with kwandos program which i just downloaded

    it allows files to be stored on a usb jump drive encrypted but also has a boot file in it so that instead of needing a dedicated program on your computer to access the data, it allows a password to be entered and the files are accessible.

    ETA not exactly how it works after reading up on it but a good basic description
    Well I want one!!!

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    If no computer works in SHTF situation happens you won't need your docs. Start a new life on top of a mountain somewhere.
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    Quote Originally Posted by DFBrews View Post
    with kwandos program which i just downloaded

    it allows files to be stored on a usb jump drive encrypted but also has a boot file in it so that instead of needing a dedicated program on your computer to access the data, it allows a password to be entered and the files are accessible.

    ETA not exactly how it works after reading up on it but a good basic description
    Keep truecrypt on a folder on the usb key... no need to install anything on your PC/Laptop, when you insert the key, go to the folder to run truecrypt.

    there are some FreeOTFE (on the fly encryption) but I didn't like that program.
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    Just remember to unplug your USB if you have to reinstall your O/S. I kept mine plugged in at install and it got wiped clean! And no tech forum guys are/were aware of this issue!

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