Transferring or Securely Deleting Data

Data Transfer

Data transfer is, quite simply, moving data from one device to another. Copying your files and settings from an old computer to a new computer is a common example of data transfer.

Data transfer is not a difficult process in itself. What is difficult is knowing which data to save, and which data to ignore.

This is why people call Geek On The Run to transfer their data for them. We can help you determine which files you need, and which ones you don't; and then transfer the important data to your new computer to get you up and running as quickly as possible.

Secure Data Deletion

Secure Data Deletion is the intentional destruction of data from a computer storage device.

Contrary to popular belief, deleting a file and removing it from the recycle bin does not actually remove the file from the drive. It merely removes the references pointing to that file and marks the space it formerly occupied as being free for new data. In addition, Windows stores information that could potentially be sensitive in all sorts of places where average (or even advanced) users wouldn't think of looking. This information can be a veritable treasure trove for identity thieves and other criminals.

Neither will an ordinary hard drive format securely remove data. Until new data is actually written to the hard drive space, the old data can still be easily recovered using special software.

Geek On The Run uses secure deletion protocols that exceed those specified by the U.S. Department of Defense and the National Security Agency for secure data deletion. This process can take several days and is fully automated for your privacy. Once we get done, not even the CIA will be able to get any data from your old hard drive. (Really.)

Used Computer Disposal and Secure Data Deletion

Whenever disposing of an old computer, it is vital that the personal data on your hard drive be securely deleted. Geek On The Run offers this service as a courtesy if you hire us to install a new computer.

In some cases, we'll also perform secure data deletion in trade for your old computer if it's still new enough that we can refurbish and re-sell it (or if we can use it for parts), even if you don't hire us to install the new computer.

Not every used computer qualifies for our in-trade offer. Computers that are less than four years old and for which you still have the original software disks are more likely to qualify. Please give us a call to talk about it if you have any questions.

If you are located in Long Island or Westchester County, New York and need to transfer your data to a new computer, securely delete it from an old one, or both, please contact us for more information.