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How to Password Protect a ZIP File on Your macOS
A Step-by-Step Guide to Secure Your Files Using the ZIP Terminal Utility
Introduction
Protecting your files with a password is a crucial step in ensuring the security and privacy of your data. If you’re using a MacBook Pro, you can easily create a password-protected ZIP file without needing any third-party software. This guide will walk you through the process using the Terminal application.
Steps to Password Protect a ZIP File
Step 1: Open Terminal
Terminal is a powerful tool that allows you to interact with your Mac’s operating system using text-based commands. You can find Terminal in the Applications > Utilities folder, or by searching for it using Spotlight (Cmd + Space).
Step 2: Navigate to the Directory
You need to navigate to the directory containing the files you want to zip and protect. Use the cd command followed by the path to the directory. For example, if your files are in a folder named "Documents" on your desktop, you would type:
cd ~/Desktop/Documents
