The URI "ms-settings:deviceencryption" leads to the Device Encryption settings in Windows 10 und 11 .
This feature is part of the Windows security and privacy options and allows users to manage the encryption of their device. The availability and details of the feature may vary by Windows version.
1. ms-settings:deviceencryption
2. Availability under Windows
3. Other useful commands in the Windows settings
1. The Command ms-settings:deviceencryption
1. Start the dialog box using the Windows R key combination.2. Simply enter the command: ms-settings:deviceencryption
(You have the option of using the command for a desktop shortcut.)
3. To continue, press the OK button or [Enter].
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You can now use the settings described above in your Windows 10, 11 or 12.
This can answer the following challenges and questions.
1b. This can answer the following challenges and questions.
What steps must a user take in Windows to access the device encryption settings?How can data protection on a Windows device be improved if the operating system is not encrypted?
What impact does disabling device encryption have on the security of your data?
How does Microsoft ensure that device encryption works after purchase and how can users verify that their device is encrypted?
What role does BitLocker encryption play in protecting data on a Windows PC?
How can administrators in an enterprise environment ensure that all devices are encrypted and access to them is restricted?
What are the options for verifying the encryption of Windows devices if the user does not know whether their device is encrypted?
How does setting up a Microsoft account affect the behavior of encryption features on a Windows device?
What are the benefits of a fully encrypted Windows environment for data protection and how can this be supported by setting passwords?
What role do PINs play in encryption on Windows devices?
2. Availability in Windows 10, 11 and 12 and the corresponding build numbers.
Availability and details by Windows version
1.Windows10:
- Availability:
The "ms-settings:deviceencryption" URI is available in Windows 10, but not in all editions and builds of the release. Support for device encryption often depends on the specific editions (such as Pro or Enterprise) and hardware requirements.
- Build number:
The feature was introduced in Windows 10 version 1607 (build 14393) and is available in later builds.
- Functionality:
In Windows 10, the device encryption setting is typically found in the "Settings" app under "Update & Security" > "Device Encryption". It allows you to turn encryption on and off if the hardware and Windows edition support it.
2.Windows11:
- Availability:
The "ms-settings:deviceencryption" URI is also available in Windows 11 and provides an enhanced user interface for managing device encryption. This feature is particularly useful for managing security and privacy options.
- Build number:
The feature is available in Windows 11 starting with build 22000, the first public version of Windows 11.
- Functionality:
In Windows 11, you can find this setting under "Settings" > "Privacy & security" > "Device encryption". Windows 11 offers an improved user interface and additional security options to efficiently manage encryption settings.
3.Windows12:
- Availability:
The URI "ms-settings:deviceencryption" is also expected in Windows 12. Windows 12 is expected to further improve and extend this feature to provide additional security features and user-friendly management options.
- Build number:
The exact build number for the rollout will be determined when Windows 12 is released, but the feature is expected to be included in the early versions of Windows 12.
- Expected features:
User interface improvements, enhanced encryption settings management, and possibly additional security options could be available in Windows 12.
Summary
The URI "ms-settings:deviceencryption" leads to the device encryption settings in Windows. It is available in Windows 10 starting with build 14393, in Windows 11 starting with build 22000, and is expected in Windows 12 as well. The feature allows users to enable or disable device encryption depending on hardware requirements and the edition of Windows. Windows 11 and upcoming versions of Windows are expected to offer further improvements and enhancements to this feature to increase security and usability.