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Windows Eraser

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When you delete files in Windows, they are usually considered gone forever. However, under some conditions, a few files (or segments of files) might still be recoverable using special data recovery software. The Eraser tool allows you to completely remove sensitive data from your hard drive by overwriting it several times with carefully selected patterns.

System requirements
  • Windows 7 or later
Lets you securely and permanently delete files from your Windows hard drive.
Eligibility
  • Faculty, staff, and students
Version
  • 6.2