How to Password Protect a CD-ROM in Windows 10

Protecting your data is crucial, whether it's stored on your computer's hard drive or a CD-ROM. To password protect a CD-ROM in Windows 10, follow these steps:

1. Insert the CD-ROM into your computer.
2. Locate the files you want to burn to the CD-ROM and copy them to a folder on your computer.
3. Right-click on the folder, select 'Send to,' and choose your CD-ROM drive.
4. Once all files are copied to the CD-ROM, right-click on the CD-ROM drive in 'This PC' and select 'Burn to disc'.
5. Choose the option to 'Mastered' format and click 'Next'.
6. Enter a disc title, select 'Yes, protect my files' and enter a password twice. Click 'Next'.
7. Click 'Finish' to start burning the password-protected CD-ROM.

Now, whenever you or someone else tries to access the CD-ROM, they will be prompted to enter the password you set.