Solution: The DataHush Program

Overview

One of the weaknesses of current encryption programs is that they are not readily usable by a wide audience. Many encryption programs exist, but in addition to their other problems, they are difficult to install and use for the average computer user. We have implemented a 'user-friendly' program called 'DataHush', which runs under any Windows or Windows compatible operating system.

DataHush allows for simple cut and past operations to encrypt notes for forwarding via e-mail. It also includes menu options allowing the encryption of files and e-mail attachments as well as generating and maintaining a database of private keys.

For instance, in the screen below, a message is clearly readable. This is essentially how it appears as it crosses the internet.

DataHush renders the message unreadable at the touch of a button: