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File delete? by Quantum on 03-02-2008 at 02:11 PM

I had a look on google and all the programs that permanently deletes files are not what i need. You have to specifie a file to tell the program. I need one that deletes (actually resets binary's to 0) all files thats i have sent to the recycle bin and emtyed.

If anyone can something that does this is would be great. I can only find programs that make you find the file first.

Astalavista.


RE: File delete? by Voldemort on 03-02-2008 at 02:38 PM

Overwrite with bigger files and defrag?


RE: File delete? by Quantum on 03-02-2008 at 03:08 PM

Can't really do that. Is there a program?

:)


RE: File delete? by MeEtc on 03-02-2008 at 03:18 PM

I use the file shredder built into spybot: search & destroy


RE: File delete? by Quantum on 03-02-2008 at 03:54 PM

I can't find a file shredder built into SPYBOT S&D. Were is it?


RE: File delete? by CookieRevised on 03-02-2008 at 04:24 PM

What you want is called "wiping" a file.
Search google for that, you'll find tons and tons of apps.
Also known as "shredders".

Many programs which can undelete can also "shred" or "wipe" files.


RE: File delete? by Adeptus on 03-02-2008 at 11:53 PM

BCWipe works the way you want: it adds an "empty with wiping" option to the recycle bin right click menu.  You can also wipe individual files and empty disk space.

Unfortunately, it is not free.  You can purchase it on its own and it is also included with the BestCrypt encryption software.  There may be something free out there that does the same thing, but seeing how BCWipe is exactly what you asked for, I thought I'd mention it.

P.S. The trial versions are fully functional for 30 days.


RE: File delete? by pollolibredegrasa on 03-03-2008 at 12:56 AM

http://www.active-disk-wiper.com/

quote:
Active@ Disk Wiper  FREE version features:

    * Complete cleanup of disk free space by overwriting remains of previously deleted data three times defeating recovery software
    * Easy to use, convenient access to the functionality via Context menus, Toolbar Buttons, Hot Keys simplifies program use
    * Supports Windows 95 / 98 / ME / NT / 2000 / XP
    * Cleans FAT12, FAT16, FAT32, NTFS, NTFS5 formatted drives
    * Does not affect your programs or Windows
    * Cleans deleted file and folder names as well as deleted file contents
    * Wipes out hard drives, Floppies, Zip, Jazz,  etc
    * Can overwrite deleted data according to the DoD 5220.22-M clearing and sanitizing standard
    * Graphical User Interface has been integrated with Microsoft Management Console, giving you flexibility of administration and customizable interface settings
    * Your own profile can be defined for the Disk Wiper and cleaned up all at once by just one click
    * FREE product updates from the Web
    * Simple to install and uninstall, installation from the Internet allows you to download and install the only necessary files, minimizing network traffic

This what you want?