• We’re currently investigating an issue related to the forum theme and styling that is impacting page layout and visual formatting. The problem has been identified, and we are actively working on a resolution. There is no impact to user data or functionality, this is strictly a front-end display issue. We’ll post an update once the fix has been deployed. Thanks for your patience while we get this sorted.

HD Sterilization

I

imported_Meridian

Member
I would like to completely remove all data from my hard drive. Is it neccessary to purchase a program to do this, or is formatting sufficient? I'm not selling my HD or anything, i just have so much crap -- viruses, spyware, adware, etc. -- that I want to eliminate. Permanantly. If necessary, what program is the best? Thanks.
 
dban

It's a bootable linux diskette, just make sure you wipe the correct drive.

It will write multiply times over the drive, then zero everything out.
 
For just deleting the contents of a drive, a format should be sufficient. However, if you want to remove *all* traces from potentially prying eyes, you'll need additional software. The term "securely" in your topic suggests you might be more interested in the latter.
 
I like to get the utilities disk from manufacturer. They usually have a utility on it to write 0's to the drive. I know that maxtor and WD have it. I haven't owned a different drive so I don't know about the others.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

TRENDING THREADS

Back
Top