Number 267 - August 2005

Sure Delete v5.1.1
Sometimes "delete" means "kinda sorta delete." When you drag a file to the Recycle Bin, you only move it to a new location. Even when you empty the bin, your files are still retrievable by Undelete utilities. Sure Delete permanently deletes that data from your drive. Whether you want to shred sensitive information or free up resources on your hard drive, this program ensures that it's done permanently. Rather than simply deleting file references on your computer, the program actually destroys the data itself. Sure Delete offers a wizard-style interface that guides you through the process of deleting files, cleaning up your hard drive in minutes. Sure Delete supports the FAT12, FAT16, FAT32 and NTFS disk formats. http://www.pcworld.com/downloads/file_download.asp? fid=22393&fileidx=1	Ed Note: We have used BCWipe for years to do the same job (maybe better). It was touted as being used by the Department of Defense (DoD) to erase sensitive information wiping and replacing data bits up to seven times. It is available at http://downloads. pcworld. com/pub/new/utilities/file_management/ bcwipe3.exe    Both programs are available as shareware.
Number 267 - August 2005