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How to Wipe hard drive on my Windows 7 computer?
I need assistance with wiping my hard drive on a Windows 7 system. I am preparing to sell my computer and want to ensure that all my personal data is securely erased before passing it on to someone e...
When wiping a hard drive on Windows 7 computer, there are definitely some common mistakes you want to dodge. First off, one of the biggest blunders is not backing up your important files. I can’t stress this enough! Windows has a built-in tool called “Disk Cleanup,” but for a more thorough wipe, you can use third-party programs like DBAN or even some tools available through Microsoft’s own Sysinternals Suite. Just be cautious.