How to Hide Evidence on a Computer

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: For Windows users

   If you have a different version, then just click delete all.
   
   Note:
   Emptying the recycle bin will not completely erase the file from your system.
   
   Its still possible to recover the file.
   
   Use a file shredder to completely overwrite the file and make sure that no one is able to retrieve it.
   
   If you need to destroy all the information on a computer in an emergency, your best bet is to use Darik's Boot and Nuke.
   
   This will wipe a hard drive and over write the data to get rid of all possible ways of recovering data.
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   Step 2: if you have a folder

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   Step 3: put it in the recycle bin and empty the recycle bin.

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   Step 4: If you have a browser open (Mozilla Firefox

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   Step 5: Internet Explorer

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   Step 6: Google Chrome)

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   Step 7: close it.

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   Step 8: Click Start

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   Step 9: then click Control panel.

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    Step 10: Click Network and Internet then go to Internet options.

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    Step 11: Click "Delete" to clear up cookies and internet history.

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