Microsoft Private Folder
I found this at: http://kaosx.net/?q=node/6
Here’s an excert from the site:
Microsoft released private folder recently, which is something that is commonly asked for by users. “How do I create a password protected folder?” Im normally using fileshares off of a samba box and have permissions set so it’s not something I usually think about, but from those less technically inclined (or those that want some simple protection) this might be just the thing you’re looking for.
I know you 1337$@uC3 guys will be like “just use truecrypt” but if you already have a solution, thats great, rock on. I really do like truecrypt and have a partition on my flash drive so I hear you there.
But I digress.
Microsoft describes private folder as
“Microsoft Private Folder 1.0 is a useful tool for you to protect your private data when your friends, colleagues, kids or other people share your PC or account. With this tool, you will get one password protected folder called ‘My Private Folder’ in your account to save your personal files. Download and have your private folder today!
The following hardware and software are required to run Microsoft Private Folder 1.0:
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Professional Edition and Media Center Edition with SP2
Super VGA (800 x 600) or higher-resolution video adapter and monitorPlease note: Microsoft Private Folder 1.0 is provided specifically for genuine Windows customers, and requires genuine Windows validation in order to download. The software is free, and does not come with product support. ”
Personally, I use TrueCrypt since it offers a lot more features than MS Private Folder, but for the avearge home user, this looks like a great piece of software.