What is Full Disk Encryption (FDE)?

FDE (Full Disk Encryption) is refers to a process that encrypts the whole contents of a storage device to safeguard data. If the device is lost, stolen, or accessed without proper authentication, FDE ensures that data is encrypted while at rest to prevent unauthorized access. Making the encrypted data unreadable without the proper encryption key or password offers powerful protection against data breaches and unlawful data exposure.