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How to Securely Wipe a Hard Drive With Linux
Summary Simple reformatting or physical destruction of devices may not be enough to erase data thoroughly. ShredOS securely wipes storage devices to destroy data, helping prevent privacy breaches, identity theft, or financial harm. ShredOS is based on Linux, and runs from a USB stick that can be created from Linux or Windows. Selling, gifting, or throwing out your PC? You…
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Brave on iOS adds new “Shred” button to wipe site-specific data
Brave Browser 1.71 for iOS introduces a new privacy-focused feature called “Shred,” which allows users to easily delete site-specific mobile browsing data. Many sites use first-party cookies for paywall systems and usage limits, which technically enables user tracking across sessions and makes this data susceptible to sharing with third parties. Brave’s new Shred feature works on a per-site basis, meaning…
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How to securely wipe a Windows PC – Computerworld
Want more PC advice? My free Windows Intelligence newsletter delivers the best Windows tips straight to your inbox. Plus, you’ll get free Windows Field Guides as a special welcome bonus! Securely wiping Windows: First considerations When you (or your organization) are done with a PC, you have several options for the device’s future. You can recycle or sell it, ensuring…
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