Glossary · IT Procurement
Updated June 20, 2026 · Reviewed by Shorim Haniffanshoib, Head of Editorial — IT Strategy & Enterprise
Microsoft Windows disk-encryption technology that protects data at-rest. Automatically active on Windows 11 Pro when a device is domain-joined, with the recovery key stored in Active Directory or Azure AD. For laptops rented to companies with strict compliance (finance, healthcare, government), BitLocker is a mandatory security baseline — Arental enables BitLocker in the custom image when clients request it.
BitLocker frequently appears in B2B IT procurement contexts: Microsoft Windows disk-encryption technology that protects data at-rest.
| Domain | IT Security |
|---|---|
| Also written as | Windows BitLocker, BitLocker Drive Encryption |
| Part of | Arental IT Procurement & B2B Laptop Rental Glossary |
| Last reviewed | 2026-06-20 |
How does Arental handle BitLocker on the units we rent?
BitLocker is directly relevant to a B2B laptop rental engagement, so it is worth confirming up front during the quote and contract stage. In short: Microsoft Windows disk-encryption technology that protects data at-rest. Automatically active on Windows 11 Pro when a device is domain-joined, with the recovery key stored in Active Directory or Azure AD. Discuss the specifics with the Arental team so the right clauses and procedures are built into your rental contract.
Answered by Shorim Haniffanshoib, Head of Editorial — IT Strategy & Enterprise
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