Computer & Internet Tips : Erase a Computer Hard Drive

Erase the hard drive on a computer by downloading a free program called Darik's Boot and Nuke, burning the program to a CD, installing the CD and following instructions to delete the hard drive. Consider erasing a computer hard drive before selling the computer, so that the new owner cannot access personal files, with insight from a software developer in this free video on computers.

Expert: Dave Andrews
Contact: www.daveandrews.org
Bio: Dave Andrews is a software developer that holds a degree in computer science. Currently, he is employed by a government IT department.
Filmmaker: Tim Brown

Category:

Science & Technology

Tags:

• computer software
• internet
• internet browsers
• internet cookies
• microsoft windows
• powerpoint

[nobodypersonsomeone]

I dont like this persons smile

[UnoGodCUdontU]

hi Dave done dont listen to these idiots.i appreciate your help. i did the autonuke, but my computer is still freezing, and nothing is erased.

[youknowita]

@weabocollege maybe you need recovery your lost data with some data recovery software.Data recovery software is really a good thing, MiniTool data recovery software is a good choice for you. It is easy to use and it is efficient.. some of the editions are absolutely FREE!!!!!!!!you can have a try.

[weabocollege]

thanx for your help but i still have a problem!!!! it cleared evrything including my startup. i cant reboot the computer fully, it keps telling me to try diffrent mehods like the HDD DVD CD ect. how can i get my computer back to startup?

[HostileDonut]

I like this guy!

[MyMagicOrigami]

does it make it like new

[xxCannabisxxCAEu]

@TheAKmatics hahahhahaha

[gud657]

thanx alot dave :D:D

If u guys have an IQ over 10 u would have done this easy like me:D

hahaha !!

[rweiii1]

format c format c format c!

[haloshock123]

What do you do if it does not recognize the CD/DVD?