Hard-core readers of this column may recall one I wrote back in 2005 titled Computer Forensics 101 (it’s on my website). In it, I described how difficult it can be to truly erase a file from your ...

When you delete a file in Windows, it goes to the Recycle Bin first, allowing you to restore it later. However, there are times—such as when you’re freeing up space or removing sensitive data—when you ...

Sometimes, Windows prevents you from deleting files or folders due to various reasons such as system restrictions, file usage by other applications, or permission issues. Here are several methods to ...

QUESTION: When I do a full virus scan on my PC, the program says I have 683,000 files. How do I find and get rid of the unnecessary files? ANSWER: Depending upon your setup, there are a few things you ...

Your Chromebook has quickly become your everyday computer. Using it for just about everything, including web browsing, word processing, gaming, and social media, we bet there’s going to come a time ...