Using Data Destruction and Disposal Methods

Practice Labs Module
Time
53 minutes
Difficulty
Intermediate

Welcome to the Using Data Destruction and Disposal Methods Practice Lab. In this module you will be provided with the instructions and devices needed to develop your hands-on skills.

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Overview

Introduction

Welcome to the Using Data Destruction and Disposal Methods Practice Lab. In this module you will be provided with the instructions and devices needed to develop your hands-on skills.

Learning Outcomes

In this module, you will complete the following exercises:

  • Exercise 1 - Using Data Destruction and Disposal Methods

After completing this lab, you will be able to:

  • Perform Low-Level vs. High-Level Format
  • Perform Data Wipe

Exam Objectives

The following exam objective is covered in this lab:

  • 220-1002: 4.3 Given a scenario, implement basic disaster prevention and recovery methods

Lab Duration

It will take approximately 30 minutes to complete this lab.

Exercise 1- Using Data Destruction and Disposal Methods

A hard drive or a USB drive is designed to store data. There will be times when you need to either dispose of them or exchange them. In these scenarios, you need to use the appropriate option to clean out your data. If you leave your data on the hard drive or USB drive, then your privacy can be at risk.

In this exercise, you will learn to use various methods for cleaning out your data from a hard drive.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this exercise, you will be able to:

  • Low-Level vs. High-Level Format
  • Perform Data Wipe
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