Can anybody suggest an accessible program for passwording files to prevent access where sensitive or personal details are recorded. I am aware of the facility within word but I am looking for an option where file access is not limited to this program. Reference has been made to encryption on this list. What would be the difference between encrypting and passwording a file and in reference to preventing access what would be the advantages or disadvantages of one as opposed to the other Thanks for any help. Peter Bentley.