In this advanced digital era, electronic devices, be it a smartphone, laptop, desktop, tapes, storage devices, copiers, or tablets, etc. have become a part of our day-to-day lives. With hands on the latest Operating systems and technology around the corner, and excess of economic electronic devices, the most common question that runs in our mind is —What to do with old IT Assets that are worn?
We use them for a considerable length of time until they give away. Then we dispose them of However, as they contain confidential information, we have to ensure that they are thoroughly erased so that it does not fall into wrong hands.
Above all, you also need to ensure that the disposing of is environment-friendly. The reason being, it will help keep the environment free from e-waste contamination.
Let us now delve into the IT Asset destruction methods in detail —
No doubt, it is a simple method to dispose of but is not eco-friendly. The reason being it produces the large chunks of metal residue.
Verdict:
It should be used in scenarios when the device has reached its end and cannot be used further. The reason being, it makes the device useless.
Another simple method that destroys the data but does not physically damage the device. Thereby, the device can be reused.
Verdict
Luckily, this method is eco-friendly in nature. It simply erases the data and leaves no room for recovery. However, it is a bit costly, hence not suitable for a single unit.
This process is bit lengthy and costly. However, do ensure that you use the right approach of data erasure tool that ensures data destruction by overwriting.
Verdict
Fortunately, it is also in compliance with the environment and certainly ensures completes data destruction. But, it is a bit on the expensive side, thereby, not an ideal option for a single drive.
Indeed, the above-stated methods ensure data destruction but are not without their disadvantages. No doubt, Degaussing, and Overwriting are eco-friendly, but still, they are expensive. So, if you are looking forward to a method that is low on the budget and eco-friendly both at the same time, then this alternative solution is the best bet for you.
An Alternative Solution—BitRaser: A Perfect Metaphor of Eco-Friendly manner and Budgetary Constraints
Coming from the house of leading experts, Stellar Data Recovery, having over 23+ years in this particular niche, the BitRaser is a perfect brew of form and functionality. This eco-friendly method of data erasure and data destruction caters to internal as well as external corporate audit requirements along with traceable reporting.
Using this effective data erasure professional tool, you can quickly perform stand-alone data erasure and high-speed bulk data erasure, and that too, in an environmentally friendly manner.
Why Choose BitRaser?
This privacy safeguard software is automated and free from manual intervention. Using this software, you can easily destroy your data without any risk in an eco-friendly manner.
What You Gain by Choosing Stellar BitRaser Solution?
Conclusion
The sure-shot solution—BitRaser not only helps in safe and eco-friendly data erasure, but, also assist in fast, easy and reliable data destruction. With hands on this software, you can easily assure that there is no data compromise. Now, that you are aware of the best practices to Destroy your Data in an Eco-Friendly manner, you can use it to bid goodbye to all your data loss and compromise apprehensions.
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Yes to save our mother earth, everyone should pay more stress on Reuse, Reduce & Recycle. BitRaser is a good option to begin with.
Hello Carl
We really appreciate your thoughts. Eagerly looks for your feedback towards the software.
Dear Team,
Since, it was my first working experience with BitRaser for file software. Please guide the erasure steps.
Hello Larinda,
To erase selected volume, files and folders:
1. Run BitRaser for File application.
2. Click Erase Now tab from left pane of the screen. All the connected or mapped drives consisting of
available files and folders are displayed in a tree hierarchy as illustrated below:
3. Select the Volume, in case you want to erase the full volume. Else, click on the nodes [+] to expand
and navigate deeper to visit the required files or folders.
4. Check/Uncheck the files or folders in the tree to select/deselect them for erasure.
5. Click Erase Now button to start the erasure process
Does the software support DoD 5220.22-M erasure algorithm?
Hello Joseph,
Yes, BitRaser supports this US Department of Defense (DoD 5220.22-M) erasure algorithm having 3 passes. In fact, it was the most favored used algorithm.
All of us need to lay more emphases on recycling and reusing. In our society, we plan to use our available resources judiciously and BitRaser is a nice concept for hard drives and storages devices. Good to know about this Eco-friendly tool.
Hello Brian,
Your thoughts are really appreciable.
Please try this software whenever to require and share your valuable feedback with us.
Yes, I also agree with the author. Today or tomorrow we need to switch to some sustainable way of data destruction and I personally believe, BitRaser is nice initiate in this way. Go Green.
Hello Pauline,
We really appreciate your thoughts and your vision for future.