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Difference delete, delete plus, overwrite X times?


The explanation of the difference between delete, delete +, write 1 to 35 times or overwrite the files!




1.) ... The difference between deleting, deleting plus, writing X times!
2.) ... Overwriting the files before deleting them under Windows!




Delete and delete + start overwriting, delete the data with the Delete plus option you can shut down the PC, exit the program or put the PC into standby mode after the data has been safely deleted.


With both options (delete and delete +) with the preset settings, the files are written with random numbers before deletion, optionally 1 to 35 times. The file will be renamed just as often at random overwrite the file!


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2.) Overwriting the files before deleting them under Windows!



Overwriting files before permanent deletion on Windows is an important security measure to ensure that the deleted files cannot be recovered. Windows does not provide a built-in feature to overwrite files before deleting them. However, you can achieve this in different ways:


Using the built-in Cipher command:
Windows has a built-in command called Cipher that can be used to overwrite files. To use the Cipher command, open Command Prompt (CMD) and type the following

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This command overwrites the file's unallocated space, making the file difficult to recover.

Using Third-Party Tools:
There are various free and paid third-party tools that can safely overwrite files before deleting them. 

Windows Bitlocker:
If your hard drive is encrypted with Bitlocker, you can use the Wipe Bitlocker Drive Encryption option to securely delete files. Bitlocker uses strong encryption to overwrite data before it is deleted.

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Regardless of the method you use, it is important to note that overwriting files can take some time, especially if they are large files. Be careful and make sure you overwrite the correct files as this is irreversible.



FAQ 10: Updated on: 24 May 2024 20:22 Windows


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Can I securely delete the data in the business area, ergo commercially?


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After a Windows 10/11 crash, the secure deletion of data is no longer possible!


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After format of external hard drive with Windows, can i delete the free space safely?


Even after you have formatted the hard drive or the USB stick with Windows 11, 10, or MS Server OS, it makes sense to delete the free space safely 
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Should I use the MS Windows Recycle Bin or should I delete it immediately?


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The secure deletion of the data sometimes takes a long time, what am I doing wrong?


If the secure deletion of data sometimes takes longer, you dont have to do something wrong on your Microsoft Windows 11, 10, MS Server OS The speed
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Can I continue to securely delete the data on Windows 11?


Yes, and it is very easy to securely delete folders, files, documents, pictures, even on Windows 11 without leaving any telltale traces Even with the

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Asked questions on this answer:
  1. Which tools offer the ability to securely delete files?
  2. What are the security benefits of deleting files with Delete Plus?
  3. Can I safely delete files without overwriting them?
  4. Does secure deletion affect the speed of the deletion process?
  5. Can I safely delete files while they are being used by other programs?
  6. What is the exact difference between "Delete" and "Delete Plus" on Windows?
  7. How can I check if the files were overwritten successfully?
  8. Can I schedule secure file deletion?
  9. Does the program support secure deletion of files on external drives?
  10. How do I choose the number of overwrites when deleting files?
  11. Is there a difference in the overwrite procedure between Windows 10 and Windows 11?
  12. Does the program provide an automatic security patch update feature?
  13. Is there a feature to log deletions?
  14. What impact does secure file deletion have on hard drive life?
  15. Does the program provide a way to recover accidentally deleted files?
  16. How safe is deleting files with just one overwrite operation?
  17. How can I make sure my files are completely deleted?
  18. Can I adjust the overwrite behavior for "Delete Plus"?
  19. What role do random numbers play in overwriting files?
  20. What types of files can be safely deleted using the program?
  21. Is there a performance difference between Erase and Erase Plus?
  22. Does the program support deleting files on network drives?
  23. How can I ensure that the secure erase program is reliable?
  24. What security certificates does the Secure Erase program support?
  25. Can deleted files be recovered after they have been securely deleted?
  26. How does overwriting files before deleting work on Windows?
  27. Why is it important to safely overwrite files before deleting them?
  28. Which versions of Windows support the Delete Plus option?
  29. What are the risks if I remove files using only the standard deletion method?
  30. Can I disable random file renaming?
  31. Is there a way to monitor the progress of the deletion process?
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