Chapter 50

Data Destruction and Disposal

This chapter covers the following A+ 220-1102 exam objective:

  • Images 2.8 – Given a scenario, use common data destruction and disposal methods.

In this chapter, we’ll cover how to properly repurpose, recycle, dispose of, and destroy storage devices. And, by the way, we’ll be focusing on internal storage drives, but some of the methods herein can be applied to other devices that store data: USB flash drives, memory sticks, and so on. Be ready to protect all data, wherever it exists! There’s lots to do, so let’s go already!

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