Posts Tagged ‘Media Destuction’
The Better Way to Destroy Data
When the time comes to delete or completely destroy data from your computer system, laptop, hard drive or other devise, safety and security should be top of mind. By now we all know that simply deleting or reformatting information is not the answer and puts you at risk of ID theft or data breaches. Sure,…
Read MoreDon’t SMASH it, SHRED it!
The comedian Gallagher was famous for smashing things with a big wooden mallet, called the Sledge-O-Matic. In his routine, he smashed everything from routine household items to watermelons. And just like Gallagher, taking a hammer to your hard drive is one way to destroy it. Did you know it can be shredded just like a…
Read MoreDo you know what’s on your hard drive?
When a computer has reached the end of its useful life, what do you do with it? More than likely, it contains sensitive or other personal records captured in everyday clicks and keyboard entries. That could include banking and other information that could be used to drain your bank account or steal your identity. Certainly,…
Read MoreCopier hard drives…is your copied data secure?
Protecting the identity of a business is among the top priorities for any business owner and most institute a business records management program to protect data and minimize the risk of identity theft. But have you considered other electronic devices in your office that could pose just as much of a risk to identity theft as tossing…
Read MoreProper Record Destruction Can Save Your Business
It’s always better to be safe than sorry when it comes to a business’ identity. Information being tossed out should always be shredded, including diskettes, CDs and hard drives. To make sure all unneeded information is properly destroyed, developing an information destruction policy is important. Determine how sensitive information will be stored until shredded. Since…
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