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East-Tec Eraser 2011 Editor's review
Overview
As you probably already know, when you are deleting a file from your computer you are not able to remove the data that file contained entirely. Therefore, you are able to use file recovery software utilities to recover files and folders that you have deleted by mistake. Whilst manually deleting files is the easier way to get more storage space on the computer, the truth is that if you want to erase sensitive information beyond the point of recovery, then you will need to employ the help of powerful and efficient software, such as the East-Tec Eraser.
The East-Tec Eraser has over a dozen methods for safely disposing of data and it is also able to protect your privacy by removing all traces of your online activity. In fact, this application is able to successfully delete all the online information that was stored without your knowledge, from unwanted cookies to the Windows swap files and anything in between.
Installation
The installation is very smooth and it can be done in less than two minutes as expected, since the setup kit has only 7.80 MB. In order to install it, your computer must have a processor of at least 300 MHz, 128 MB of RAM and 10 MB of storage space. Whilst currently it is compatible with all Windows operating systems from NT to Windows 7, it is important to note that the 64-bit versions experience some limitations. More exactly, they will not allow you to drag and drop and do not have the right-click menus integrated. Once the installation is complete, a window with the Risk Alert Monitor will appear informing you about the current issues you have with improperly deleted data.
Interface
When you will first launch the East-Tec Eraser you will be directed to a Quick Start page that features three main options, more exactly the Privacy Guard, Erase Deleted Data and a command enabling you to erase current data stored on your computer permanently. Whilst these features are enough for the novice users, you will be glad to know that it incorporates an advanced mode as well that enables you to set processor usage parameters, strengthen the password protection, grant specific permissions to different users, and so on.
The bottom line is that it is very simple to use. If you encounter any trouble with the East-Tec Eraser, then check out the help menu in the upper right corner for tutorials and guides on how to use this program to its maximum capacity.
Pros
According to several other tech websites reviews, the East-Tec Eraser is as powerful as any tool acceptable by the U.S. Department of Defense standards. Incorporating more than thirteen methods of erasing data, the East-Tec Eraser ensures all your online activities and the sensitive data that you might store on your personal computer will be deleted without the possibility of recovery. In addition, by deleting thousands of unnecessary temporary files from your machine, it will free up a lot of storage space on the computer and improve its performance.
A further appreciated feature of this application is its customization option, mainly because you can create a certain wipe algorithm with passes and passwords to run as often as you see fit. In addition, it includes a full erase disk features that you can use when you are giving away any portable USB devices or hard disks.
Cons
Some users have reported that the auto-detection feature of the program deserves some extra tweaking, as, according to certain benchmark tests, the East-Tec Eraser found a list of programs on the test machines that were never installed.
Alternatives
An alternative to East-Tec Eraser is the Dariks Boot and Nuke, which is a self-secured boot disk that is ideal for bulk or emergency data destruction. In addition, the DBAN software utility is a great alternative for Linux and Mac users.
Conclusion
Even though the average price of this nice application is around $49.95, the truth is that it is worth every penny. Within that price range, you will not find any other software utility able to detect and permanently delete your online activity and the information on your computer that you would not like anyone else to see.
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Requirements: 300 MHz Processor; 128 MB RAM; 15 MB Hard Disk
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