Encryption in windows file server

Question

I have a client requirement to encrypt the file and folders inside a sharedfolder
I selected the folder and from the properties, enabled a the encryption check mark and saved the generated certificate as recovery/access to users.
Is this a feasible solution or how can I properly encrypt file server in a domain and how to manage access to this folders without any change in file and folder permission
Amal RS

Answer 1

Hi Amal,
Based your description, we are using EFS to encrypt the shared folder.
As the following article states:  
EFS helps secure the information that is contained in our folders and files by creating a unique key that uses a combination of the server’s credentials and the user’s credentials.
Because EFS is so secure, it’s critical to enforce a strong password policy. It’s also a best practice to archive and back up the recovery keys for your domain and keep them in a safe place to ensure recovery should the keys become damaged or lost.
Help Secure your Business Information using Encrypting File System
http://blogs.technet.com/b/sbs/archive/2010/03/09/help-secure-your-business-information-using-encrypting-file-system.aspx
Besides, regarding EFS, the following articles can be referred to for more information.
Best practices for the Encrypting File System
https://support2.microsoft.com/kb/223316?wa=wsignin1.0
Encrypting File System
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-in/library/cc749610(v=ws.10).aspx
Best regards
Frank Shen