Excerpt from: Useful Online Resources for Realtors
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| February 06, 2007 | | Sometimes deleting doesn't do the trick! |  Think you’ve removed a file from your computer when you “delete” it? Wrong! When you simply delete a file you only hide it until someone with evil intent goes digging.
Eraser version 5.82 is a good utility to have on hand when you really want to get rid of a file containing sensitive information - the kind identity thieves thrive on. You can also use this utility when you get a new computer, have transferred the content you need and discover that, even if you format your existing hard drive, your valuable information still lurks there ready to be ripped off.
This program is a security tool that allows you to completely remove sensitive data from your hard drive by overwriting it several times with carefully selected patterns. Obviously you will want to be sure to read and completely understand the directions before using this tool. Keep it handy -- this can protect you by doing its job well -- and the price is right - it’s on the house.
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