How to 'shred' digital files and make sure they're permanently deleted

When it comes to computers and data, recycling leaves traces of information on storage drives that can be retrieved using special software. However, this scenario can be avoided by "shredding" data rather than simply emptying your recycle bin.
Here's what file shredding is, why it's important, and how you can do it.

[LIST][*]The importance of shredding[*]Antivirus suites[*]File shredders[*]The choice is yours[/LIST]

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