Truecrypt

When the main TrueCrypt window is closed, the TrueCrypt Background Task takes care of the following tasks/functions:

1. Hot keys
2. Auto-dismount (e.g., upon logoff, inadvertent host device removal, time-out, etc.)
3. Auto-mount of favorite volumes
4. Notifications (e.g., when damage to hidden volume is prevented)
5. Tray icon

WARNING: If neither the TrueCrypt Background Task nor TrueCrypt is running, the above- mentioned tasks/functions are disabled.

The TrueCrypt Background Task is actually the TrueCrypt.exe application, which continues running in the background after you close the main TrueCrypt window. Whether it is running or not can be determined by looking at the system tray area. If you can see the TrueCrypt icon there, then the TrueCrypt Background Task is running. You can click the icon to open the main TrueCrypt window. Right-click on the icon opens a popup menu with various TrueCrypt-related functions.

You can shut down the Background Task at any time by right-clicking the TrueCrypt tray icon and selecting Exit. If you need to disable the TrueCrypt Background Task completely and permanently, select Settings -> Preferences and uncheck the optionEnabled in the TrueCrypt Background Task area of the Preferences dialog window.