Is it possible to password protect a flashdrive/external hard drive without encrypting it?

[dekw04]

Hi.

Does anyone know if it's possible to put a password on a flash drive or an external hard drive without encrypting it?

I realize that not encrypting it would mean that the flash drive or external hard drive might still be able to be accessed, but I think a password would be enough of a deterrent for most people.

Thank you.

 

[engineer5261]

Password mostly implies an encryption.

 

[tejayd]

Some brands of drives have software for it. Also some versions of windows have Bitlocker. I'm assuming there are many other ways. Hopefully someone has a better answer. I've been wanting to try it also.