Since we have become aware of the security concerns surrounding the Truecrypt project, veracrypt has taken its place as one of the most trusted encrypting solutions. Here is a brief guide on how to get it intalled and running under Ubuntu Linux.
Installation
Go to the official VeraCrypt website at https://veracrypt.codeplex.com/ and click on the "Downloads" tab.
There you will find the appropriate Linux download option
VeraCrypt Linux Setup 1.0f-2 (version will change in the future)
Once downloaded unpack it and you should see 4 different files to chose from. If you are running a 32-bit install you will want to use the x86 option while the x64 file will be the one to use if you are on a 64-bit ubuntu installation. If you are new to Veracrypt I would recommend installing the GUI option (I believe this option even installs the commandline option as well)
$ /home/your_user_name/Desktop/veracrypt-1.0f-2-setup-gui-x86
This can be done by dragging and dropping the file from nautilus directly into a terminal screen which will cause it to show the path to the installation file with quotes around it. Simply remove the quotes and run the file.
The install should be fairly quick and you will be prompted for your admin password. Once that's done you should be able to find Veracrypt on your system.
Encrypting your files
In order to actually encrypt your files, Click "Create Volume" and follow the wizard.
I recommend creating an encrypted file container using "standard veracrypt volume". In terms of Encryption algorithm I usually go with "Twofish" and the hash algorithm "Whirlpool". Chose what size your volume will have and then format it.
Once you have a volume created, find your file location (Select File...) and mount the drive in the selected slot from the list shown. This should prompt you for your password. Once that's done you should see the mounted drive for your use.
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