Encrypted File System (EFS) (Standard 8 Module Reference)

7/8/2014

Review the settings, dependencies and any notes for the Encrypted File System (EFS) module in the Windows Embedded 8 Standard (Standard 8) module catalog.

This module provides support for the Encrypted File System (EFS), which enables transparent file encryption and decryption by using advanced, standard cryptographic algorithms. Individuals or programs that do not possess the appropriate cryptographic key cannot read the encrypted data.

Name

Encrypted File System (EFS)

Category

Security

Supported Architecture

x86, x64

Settings

None.

Dependencies for x86-Based Devices

When you include this module in your image, any modules that are required are automatically added to your image. To add specific functionality, you can add optional modules.

Required Module

None.

Dependencies for x64-Based Devices

When you include this module in your image, any modules that are required are automatically added to your image. To add specific functionality, you can add optional modules.

Required Module

None.

Common Uses

None defined.

Notes

None.

See Also

Reference

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Concepts

Security