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**Ian D[_2_]**

"Rod Speed" wrote in message
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Martin wrote
Ian D wrote
GreenXenon wrote

There are so many ads for softwares that claim
to completely erase your HDD. Don't listen to them.

The only way to eliminate information on your hard disc
drive is the heat the platters beyond Curie point. This
will ensure all data is completely and permanently lost.

Don't let the Central Security Service oppress you.
If you feel they are on your case, then burn up your
HDD platters. There is no other way out.

Good luck

A load of buckshot from a 10 gauge at close range should do a good job.

thermite!

That would do the trick and the stuff is very easy to make.

Iron oxide (Fe 2O 3 or Fe3O 4 ) with aluminum metal is the classic
thermite mixture. The particle size of the aluminum should be
somewhat coarse to prevent the reaction from being too rapid.

it's just the major problem with most thermites is getting
them to ignite, and a strong first fire is usually needed.

It isnt that hard
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thermite#Ignition

Pointless tho, a decent security wipe works fine with a drive that has no
spared sectors.

Yes, but the thermite option is a lot more fun, or the
10 gauge if you're a redneck.