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Erasing Data
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A “Sync set” is the term used for the two devices or folders you
are synchronizing.
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Each storage device or folder in a Sync set is referred to as a
“target.”
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The software uses bidirectional synchronization. When a Sync
is run, the software searches both storage devices
simultaneously for new or modified files and updates each
device so that it contains the latest files.
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Because bidirectional synchronization is used, it doesn’t matter
which device you designate as the “first target” and which
device you designate as the “second target.” In either order, the
result is the same.
Erasing Data
If your hard disk or other storage media contains sensitive data, you
should be aware that standard deletion procedures do not remove
data from the media. These standard deletion procedures include:
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Selecting Delete for a target file
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Putting files in the Recycle Bin and emptying the Recycle Bin
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Reformatting the media
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Reinstalling an operating system
The procedures above delete only the initial part of the data used for
file management. This makes the file invisible to the operating
system, but the data can still be read by specialized utilities. If you
dispose of the hard drive, first delete all the data on it using one of
the methods listed below. Doing so prevents unauthorized use of
such data. To ensure your data is not used for unauthorized
purposes, you can:
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Physically destroy the hard disk drive
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Use a proven specialized utility to overwrite all data
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Take the hard disk drive to a professional deletion service
All data deletion costs will be borne by you.
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