Microsoft provided the FBI with recovery keys to unlock laptops in a fraud case involving the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance program in Guam. This incident highlights the privacy risks of BitLocker, as recovery keys are stored in Microsoft's cloud and can be accessed by law enforcement. Experts warn about potential security issues if hackers compromise Microsoft's infrastructure.

The article discusses how to encrypt your Windows PC using BitLocker while avoiding storing recovery keys with Microsoft. It explains the upgrade requirements for Windows 11 Pro and provides step-by-step instructions for encrypting your disk and managing recovery keys securely.