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degausser

How Strong Must a Degausser Be to Destroy Hard Drive Data?

A degausser must generate a magnetic field strong enough to overcome the magnetic properties of the hard drive being processed....
secure destruction standards

How Can Organisations Prove They Followed Secure Destruction Standards?

Organisations can prove they followed secure destruction standards by keeping clear, accurate and traceable evidence of how data-bearing assets were...
deleting files

Is Deleting Files Enough Before Disposing of a Computer?

Deleting files before disposing of a computer is not enough for most businesses. When a file is deleted, the computer...
flash-based storage

What Is the Best Way to Destroy Data on Flash-Based Storage?

Supporting Questions: What counts as flash-based storage? Why is flash storage harder to destroy securely? Is deleting or formatting flash...
physically damaged hard drives

Can Physically Damaged Hard Drives Still Contain Recoverable Data?

Supporting Questions: Does physical damage automatically destroy hard drive data? What types of hard drive damage can still leave data...
hard drive degaussing

Is Hard Drive Degaussing Still Effective for Modern Businesses?

Supporting Questions: What does hard drive degaussing actually do? Which types of media can be degaussed? Is degaussing suitable for...