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If you’re worried about sensitive data and want to ensure it’s completely gone, the best way is to physically destroy the drive. Removing the drive and destroying it guarantees that no one can recover the data later.
Simply using tools like Diskpart to erase your drive will delete the Windows files and partitions, but it’s important to know that the actual data still stays on the drive. Skilled individuals with special software might still be able to recover that information.
For most people, this isn’t a big concern, especially if the PC is just for personal use. The main goal is to protect your private info from falling into the wrong hands.
If you’re giving away or selling your computer, it’s a good idea to let the new owner buy a fresh drive and reinstall Windows. That way, your old data stays safe, and they get a clean, working system.
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