How do I password secure some of my files

How can I password protect my files

If you really need that kind of security, the best option is to use FileVault. Alternatively you can use encrypted disk images, but there are drawbacks to that approach, chiefly that Time Machine won't back them up while they're mounted.
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    For your issue, you can encrypt the files using Encrypting File System. By this method, only the user that stores it can access the encrypted passwords.
    For more information, you can refer to the thread:
    https://social.technet.microsoft.com/Forums/en-US/bae4f78b-e12e-4afe-981f-d93909d33d5a/what-is-the-most-secure-method-to-store-password-in-powershell?forum=winserverpowershell
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    Eric
    Forum Support
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  • I bought an apple iphone4 from a friend and they had lost and dont remember the apple id nor password can some tell me how to reset the phone and or both

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    It is not possible. You have hit Activation Lock, an anti theft measure. The last owner is the only one who can unlock it with their Apple ID. Tell them to go here
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