Wiping Data (Was: Re:OT: Disposing Old Computer Parts)

[Madison Kelly]

Alex Maynard wrote:
> I had similar questions since I'm moving soon,  so I'm really glad
> this was asked.  One other question I had
> is how to really wipe the hard-drive so it couldn't be recovered.  I
> don't like the idea of personal info on a disposed computer eventually
> falling into the wrong hands.  I've heard of something called blaster.
> I don't know if that's the best choice.
> 
> Alex

$ man shred

Does a wonderful job, and lets you be as paranoid as you want!

Madi
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