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Buckeyephan 04-28-2023 11:36 AM
Wiping Hard Drive
 
Husband got a new computer and we’d like to recycle his old all-in-one that runs on Windows 10. What is the best way to wipe the hard drive? Thanks.

kp11364 04-28-2023 11:56 AM
Free utility
 
Disk Wipe - Free software

retiredguy123 04-28-2023 11:59 AM
A sledge hammer is the most foolproof method.

retiredguy123 04-28-2023 12:03 PM
OP, I noticed that you started 2 threads. Did you know that you can edit the title of a thread by clicking on "edit/delete", and then "go advanced".

spinner1001 04-28-2023 05:42 PM
Reuse the disk drive or destroy it?

Altavia 04-28-2023 05:45 PM
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Husband got a new computer and we’d like to recycle his old all-in-one that runs on Windows 10. What is the best way to wipe the hard drive? Thanks.
Top 5 Hard Drive Destruction Methods That Actually Work

tophcfa 04-28-2023 05:53 PM
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Originally Posted by retiredguy123 (Post 2212543)
A sledge hammer is the most foolproof method.
Followed by a little diesel and a match.

Worldseries27 04-29-2023 04:45 AM
Should you be captured you will be disavowed
 
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husband got a new computer and we’d like to recycle his old all-in-one that runs on windows 10. What is the best way to wipe the hard drive? Thanks.
light the fuse, run

terryf484 04-29-2023 05:47 AM
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Husband got a new computer and we’d like to recycle his old all-in-one that runs on Windows 10. What is the best way to wipe the hard drive? Thanks.

Sure fire method without destroying drive. PC can be used by someone without filling up landfill.

How to Low Level Format (Or Zero-Fill) Your Hard Disk - Make Tech Easier

Bridget Staunton 04-29-2023 05:59 AM
Put a nail thru it

JoelJohnson 04-29-2023 06:34 AM
Of course another option is to convert it to Linux Mint. It will wipe out the drive of the old operating system and make the computer feel like new.
A lot of people don't need the power of Windows. Linux can do most (if not all) what most people need without being tracked or needing antivirus software. I converted and old laptop from Windows 7 to Linux Mint and will never go back to Windows.

lisahathy 04-29-2023 06:44 AM
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Originally Posted by JoelJohnson (Post 2212743)
Of course another option is to convert it to Linux Mint. It will wipe out the drive of the old operating system and make the computer feel like new.
A lot of people don't need the power of Windows. Linux can do most (if not all) what most people need without being tracked or needing antivirus software. I converted and old laptop from Windows 7 to Linux Mint and will never go back to Windows.
What are the steps to converting Windows to Linux Mint? Thanks!

mkjelenbaas 04-29-2023 07:02 AM
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Originally Posted by Buckeyephan (Post 2212531)
Husband got a new computer and we’d like to recycle his old all-in-one that runs on Windows 10. What is the best way to wipe the hard drive? Thanks.
Get a hammer/water/oil.

msilagy 04-29-2023 07:26 AM
Ask Google or any search engine how to do this - don't rely on these answers. I have wiped an iPhone, and laptop with their instructions. You will be able to tell if you accomplished it. With Apple they ask you what language you prefer when you open it back up. Then you know.

MacScuba 04-29-2023 07:32 AM
Easy
 
I drill a couple of 1/8” holes through it.


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