Questions tagged [data-sanitization]

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SSD - What is the difference between Sanitize & Secure Erase?

When I use Parted Magic to secure erase an SSD I get two options. Secure Erase ATA Device Sanitize While I have searched the net, I still do not understand the exact technical different between the two as a layman. This is extract from say Sandisk…
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Secure erase verification methods for different storage media?

Do secure erase technologies available on different types of media set a status or verification flag? Is there a industry standard to verify when a drive has gone through the process?
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