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Loopback Encrypted Filesystem HOWTO

Copyright by Ryan T. Rhea, `rhear@cs.winthrop.edu`

v1.1, 29 November 1999

This document explains how to setup and then use a filesystem that, when mounted by a user, dynamically and transparently encrypts its contents. The filesystem is stored in a regular file, which can be hidden or named non-conspicuously such that it would most likely be overlooked. This allows for a high level of secure storage of data.

Archived Document Notice: This document has been archived by the LDP because it does not apply to modern Linux systems. It is no longer being actively maintained.

1. Before you begin

2. Introduction

3. Summary

4. Details

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