In the technological era, data is the main asset for businesses and individuals. However, over time some data becomes unnecessary, so there is a need to delete it.
Complete erasure of the data is a more challenging process than many users imagine. Simply tapping the “delete” button or dragging the file to the recycle bin or trash is not enough. These actions will only make the data unseen, but it still will be stored on your device.
There are several options, however, which can help a user to erase the data for good. Physical destruction, overwriting, and formatting are considered effective ones. There is also a degaussing option, which is the safest option to destroy your data from the storage device.
What is Degaussing?
Degaussing is a permanent data erasure technology applicable to memory devices based on magnetic media, including hard disk drives, magnetic tapes, and floppy disks). It provides rapid data removal from media where it is impossible to apply any other methods.
The degaussing technology of data erasure is based on the polarization of the Weiss domains. It is a contrast to the data writing operations.
The process of writing data to this media is based on the theory developed by Pierre Weiss. The data is stored on hard disk drives and tapes using a magnetic field applied to small areas called magnetic domains, also called Weiss domains.
When writing the information on a device, the magnetic field engraves a verse that orients the magnetization of a specific number of Weiss domains. These verses are associated with 0 and 1-bit values.
So, when the demagnetization occurs on the magnetic media, the ordered Weiss domains generated when writing the data loses their order. By displacing the domains, the degausser erases the data from the magnetic device.
Degausser is an efficient tool for the degaussing process. A magnetic field of such power guarantees the successful destruction of data from magnetic devices.
The higher the degausser’s power is, the greater its efficiency and the possibility of using it on newly developed hard disk drives and tapes.
Using this technique for data erasure is more efficient than overwriting or physical destruction. The erasure process takes a standard time that does not depend on the media type or its storage capacity. However, the disadvantage of using this option is that the device can not be used after the demagnetization, as magnetic platters lose their power.
Data Destruction with PITS
PITS provides businesses and individuals across the United States with reliable and secure data destruction services. Our company understands the importance of the safe and complete erasure of data from the device. Therefore, we perform the complete data deletion using various techniques and methods.
The goal of PITS company is to provide its clients with the most suitable and effective solutions. Therefore, before starting an erasure from a storage device, we collect all the requirements of the customer. For various needs, we find an individual erasure approach.
Our team offers overwriting or degaussing options if a customer wants to delete the data leaving no sign of it. We go with the degaussing option when a client specifies that the magnetic device will not be in use.
PITS does not stay in one place and regularly develops its erasure solutions. We constantly develop our facilities and renew equipment to provide the highest level of service. By using the latest tools and working in advanced labs, we ensure the safety of your confidential data.
Advantages of Our Services:
24/7/365 Available Emergency Service
50+ Locations Throughout the US
Flexible Data Recovery Options
ISO Certified Class 10 Cleanroom
Risk-free Diagnostics and Evaluation
100% Customer Satisfaction Rate
Our engineers are specialized in data destruction. In addition, they regularly attend qualification courses to be able to deal with any erasure case. This way, we can delete data from any storage device.
Data erasure is a complicated process that requires precision, data security, and attention. Our company will provide it for your case. So, when there is a need to erase a hard drive or tape data completely, entrust your device to us. We also offer data erasure for solid-state drives, flash drives, memory cards, and other media.
With more than 50 locations throughout the country, PITS is ready to help you anywhere you are. To start the data erasure process, you can approach one of our drop-off points or offices. You can also fill in the form below or call our customer service at 888.611.0737.