How to make sure deleted files aren't recovered

[stgermaine]

Hi

I've deleted some stuff through the W7 Recycling bin and emptied it. How can I make sure the deleted data cannot be recovered?

Thanks

 

[Ubrales]

One sure way is to over-write on the location of the file deleted. Here is some information that will point you in the right direction: http://www.sans.org/reading_room/whitepapers/incident/secure-file-deletion-fact-fiction_631