Disk Wipe Windows 7 Site

Here’s how to properly wipe a disk on Windows 7.

: Once booted into the live Linux environment, install a disk wiping tool like shred or dd : sudo apt-get install shred disk wipe windows 7

But before you toss that PC, sell it, or repurpose it, there is one critical step you cannot skip: Here’s how to properly wipe a disk on Windows 7

You’re reinstalling Windows 7 on the same PC. or repurpose it

If you want to wipe the free space but keep Windows 7 installed (perhaps to repurpose the machine), you can use a built-in Windows command that many people don't know exists.