23 February 2022

Passing on an old PC to someone else? Be aware: Windows 10 and 11 21H2 Data Wiping Tool Leaves User Data on Disk

 

Microsoft MVP Rudy Ooms has discovered that the built-in Windows data wiping functions aren't doing their job. In other words, say you want to sell on or recycle a PC system, and you prudently use the "Reset PC > Remove Everything" option. That should be a good way to wipe your drive, but there will still be personal data left behind on the old system. This error applies to both local and remote wiping of PCs running Windows 10 version 21H2 and Windows 11 version 21H2.

Donline uses Eurosoft's ZeroData Hard Drive Eraser software to securely wipe old hard drives, or physically destroys them. If you need help or advice on how to ensure that your data doesnt fall into the wrong hands - contact Donline.

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