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This obscure Windows tool securely and utterly deletes hard drive data
The Windows tool Diskpart overwrites all data on the hard drive with a zero, which is considered a secure deletion method. This applies at least to classic hard drives, i.e. HDDs with magnetic discs. To delete a hard drive with Diskpart, start the command prompt with administrator rights. To do this, enter cmd in the Windows search and then select Command Prompt > Run as administrator. Enter the command diskpart in the new window. Diskpart is an interactive tool. You do not control it via parameters, but by entering commands, which you then confirm by pressing the Enter key. The Diskpart on-board tool can be used to completely and securely erase magnetic hard drives. The tool is not suitable for SSDs. IDG After entering diskpart, the command prompt changes from the path to “Diskpart.” Enter the command list disk so that all connected storage devices are displayed. Identify the relevant data carrier by its size in gigabytes. If there are duplicates, a look at the “Disk management” will help you, which shows the current drive letter in addition to the disk number and size. You start the tool via Windows logo > All > Windows Tools > Computer Management > Disk Management. If the disk to be deleted has the number 2, select it with this command: Select disk 2. For other disk numbers, adjust this number accordingly in the command. The following command deletes the contents of the hard drive completely. Attention! This happens without prompting and is irreversible, so be careful! The system partition cannot be deleted in this way. For this you need a bootable deletion system such as Shred OS. With Rufus you can copy the system to a USB stick and boot with it.

This 1TB Samsung microSD card with SD adapter has never been cheaper
Whether you need extra storage space on your smartphone or you need a video-compatible card for your dashcam or home security camera, getting a 1TB microSD for just $90 is a total bargain. In the lead up to Black Friday, this Samsung Pro Plus 1TB microSD card is 25% off on Amazon, and you’ll want to snatch it quick because this is the lowest price it’s ever been. This card is spacious enough that you won’t have to worry about micromanaging your files for a long, long time. The Samsung Pro Plus is built to withstand harsh conditions, from water to extreme temperatures to drops and bumps, so your data is safe no matter what. This microSD card also comes with a Samsung adapter, so you can use the card with any device that takes regular SD cards, too. With support for read speeds up to 180MB/s and write speeds up to 130MB/s, not only will you be able to transfer files between devices in a flash, but it’s fast enough to capture 4K video without lost frames. Don’t wait around and miss this chance to grab Samsung’s 1TB microSD card for $90 right now, down to its all-time lowest price. Feel like 1TB is too big? These other capacity options are also on sale: Samsung Pro Plus, 128GB (now $19 — 27% off) Samsung Pro Plus, 256GB (now $27 — 33% off) Samsung Pro Plus, 512GB (now $45 — 41% off) Everyone needs at least one microSD card these daysBuy now at Amazon

Get two Anker USB-C chargers with cables for not even $13 right now
Is it possible to have enough chargers? I don’t think so! I know how often I’m looking for one only for them to have vanished into nothing (and somehow reappear hours later). You can never have too many, especially when they’re among the better ones. Right now, Anker’s two-pack of USB-C chargers and cables is just under $13 on Amazon. This is a solid Black Friday deal, cutting the price by 32 percent down to its all-time best price. These charging blocks deliver 20W power output and feature two ports each: 1 x USB-A and 1 x USB-C. It’s the USB-C port that provides 20W charging, while the USB-A port caps out at 18W output. If you use both ports at the same time, both drop to 15W — obviously less, but not so much as to be unusable. Not an issue in most scenarios. The plugs are compact, too, so they’re perfect to take with you when you’re traveling. The prongs don’t fold, though, which would’ve been a nice feature but understandably missing at this price. And these USB-C wall plugs comes with USB-C cables, making it that much better of a deal. (If you want to charge USB-A devices with this plug, you’ll need your own USB-A cable or USB-C-to-USB-A cable. But you probably have a dozen of those already lying around, right?) The included cables are 5 feet long, offering enough space to use your phone while charging and still being comfortable. Go ahead and get yourself two Anker USB-C chargers and cables for just $13 on Amazon while this Black Friday deal is still up. Get this 2-pack of USB-C chargers and cables at their best priceBuy now at Amazon

Whoa! Samsung’s 34-inch OLED gaming monitor is $551 off today
Stop what you’re doing and check out this Samsung Odyssey OLED G8 deal because it’s just crazy — now $551 off for Black Friday, you can get this 34-inch OLED gaming monitor for $649 on Amazon. This Odyssey OLED G8 has a 34-inch display with a 2560×1440 resolution that delivers a 175Hz refresh rate and 0.03ms response time for the smoothest gaming visuals with no dropped frames or lag. Throw in DisplayHDR True Black 400 and compatibility with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and you have yourself an excellent monitor. It doesn’t hurt that it comes with multiple ports, either. This monitor has 2 x USB C, 1 x Micro HDMI, and 1 x Mini DisplayPort. That isn’t excessive like some monitors are these days, yet still enough for ample connectivity with older and newer tech alike. Samsung makes some of the best OLED gaming monitors around, so while you might find another one that’s cheaper — see our roundup of Black Friday deals on OLED monitors — it won’t have the quality and backing of Samsung’s reputation behind it. Go ahead and save big on Samsung’s 34-inch Odyssey OLED G8 for $649 on Amazon while it’s still on sale (and in stock)! Save 46% on this magnificent 34-inch OLED gaming monitorBuy now at Amazon