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For Windows 10 or Windows 11 user, you can use the Reset This PC feature to wipe a system disk without disk wiping software.

Reset This PC is a built-in feature in Windows 10 that allows you to restore your computer to its original state by reinstalling the operating system. It can be a useful tool when you're troubleshooting issues or preparing to sell or give away your device. The feature gives you two main options: keeping your files or removing everything.

1. Press Windows + I to open the Settings menu.

2. Go to Update & Security > Recovery.

3. Under the Reset this PC section, click on Get Started.

4. You will be prompted with two choices:

• Keep my files: Retains your files, but removes apps and settings.
• Remove everything: Fully wipes everything from the device, including your files, apps, and settings.

5. If you chose Remove everything, you'll get the option to either:

• Just remove your files: A quick option that removes files without overwriting them.
• Remove files and clean the drive: A more thorough wipe that ensures your data is not recoverable.

Windows will prepare the reset and ask you to confirm before proceeding. After confirmation, it will begin the process, which could take a while depending on the option you selected.

You can also use disk wipe software for more advanced data protection!