Permanently Delete Sensitive Files With CyberShredder
Posted By Keith Dsouza On January 12, 2009 @ 5:21 pm In Utilities | 4 Comments
There are many times when you may want to permanently delete files from your computer, however relying on emptying the recycle bin or using the Shift + Delete option to delete files is not entirely reliable to wipe out data, and there are several softwares that will recover deleted files [1] even after emptying the recycle bin.
CyberShredder is is a quick, safe and handy freeware utility that lets you erase confidential files from your computer permanently. CyberShredder's simple interface will help you get rid of confidential data permanently. It deletes files using three different shredding methods, including the NSA approved seven-pass file deletion method.
Related: Completely Erase Files With Personal Shredder [2]
To permanently delete files, you will need to drag and drop the files to the CyberShredder window or use the File->Open dialog to choose the file. If you have a change of mind about deleting the file or folder permanently, you can do so by clicking on the abort shredding button, the delete can be aborted until the last moment.
The files and folders that are deleted through CyberShredder cannot be recovered through a undelete software [1].
CyberShredder is available for download as a regular software and as a portable software.
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[1] recover deleted files: http://techie-buzz.com/featured/undelete-files-for-free.html
[2] Completely Erase Files With Personal Shredder: http://techie-buzz.com/tips-and-tricks/completely-erase-your-data-with-personal-shredder-for-free.html
[3] Download CyberShredder: http://www.cylog.org/utilities/cybershredder.jsp
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