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Excellent Quality Used Computers for Sale

Articles — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 12:43:10 +0000

Roll Top Computer Desk **LIGHTLY USED** Solid Oak

US $305.00 (8 Bids)
End Date: Thursday Sep-09-2010 18:07:55 PDT
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NEC 15" LCD Computer Monitor - USED -

US $31.00 (8 Bids)
End Date: Thursday Sep-09-2010 18:41:45 PDT
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Suunto Gekko Wrist Computer - Lightly Used!

US $150.00 (1 Bid)
End Date: Thursday Sep-09-2010 19:00:48 PDT
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MidiLand S4 4060 Computer Speakers, Used

US $5.00 (1 Bid)
End Date: Thursday Sep-09-2010 19:46:49 PDT
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Over 1000 used 1970's Computer Data Punch cards Colors

US $14.40 (3 Bids)
End Date: Thursday Sep-09-2010 19:48:21 PDT
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STUDIO PRO 4 M-AUDIO COMPUTER SPEAKERS USED

US $41.00 (2 Bids)
End Date: Thursday Sep-09-2010 20:50:47 PDT
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Posted on April 26th, 2009 by Lindsey Harper

Almost every office in America will have computers for their employees to use. One of the ways for a company to save money, particularly a new company or a small company, is to purchase used computers instead of new computers.

If you are a business owner who is interested in used computers, before you investigate the traditional options to find used computers for sale, let me steer you to another option! I found these excellent used computers online.

One source that offers quality items at low prices is at a government auction. These auctions can take place in a variety of formats. Some of them require you to visit the site and bid on the items there. Other auctions of this type are conducted online.

I found the computers pictured above at an Internet auction. This type of auction is very convenient because there are no travel considerations to deal with. Plus, good auctions of this type give you clear information and plenty of photos of the product (s).

This is a lot of 9 computer and office equipment. You will also find printers, scanners, keyboards, etc. Jump on this! The bidding ends tomorrow, April 27 at 5:00 p.m. The first bid, for all this equipment, is a minimum of $150!

Used Computers for Sale

I found this great deal at Government Auction Network. If you’re looking for a government auction, this is the place to start. You will not believe the amount of auctions that Government Auction Network provides.

It’s a smart move to go for excellent quality used computers for sale, as opposed to brand new computers. You save money, plus you’re getting a product that is in good condition. The Government Online Auction Network can help you find what you need.

Be sure to contact me with questions. Click on “About Lindsey” then click on “Just Ask Me.”

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Hard Drive Data Disposal The Safe Way

Articles — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 05:55:05 +0000

Microsoft Xbox 360 120gb Elite Hard Drive 120g HDD Wkin

US $22.09 (10 Bids)
End Date: Thursday Sep-09-2010 18:32:03 PDT
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WD 1TB MyBook USB 2.0 Firewire 800 External Hard Drive

US $55.62 (9 Bids)
End Date: Thursday Sep-09-2010 18:34:47 PDT
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Maxtor 100gig External Hard Drive

US $12.50 (2 Bids)
End Date: Thursday Sep-09-2010 18:37:39 PDT
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120 GB, SATA laptop hard drive

US $25.00 (1 Bid)
End Date: Thursday Sep-09-2010 18:38:31 PDT
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WD 320GB Mini Portable USB 2.0 External Hard Drive

US $37.75 (18 Bids)
End Date: Thursday Sep-09-2010 18:40:50 PDT
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New Panasonic Toughbook CF-18 Hard Drive Caddy

US $22.47 (3 Bids)
End Date: Thursday Sep-09-2010 18:46:53 PDT
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Removing data from a hard drive, permanently, is something that sounds an awful lot simpler than it proves to be in reality. As we all know deleting a file does not remove the file or its content from the hard drive permanently, data recovery companies can normally aid in the recovery of such files, no doubt other less scrupulous individuals are equally capable of such recovery feats.

So if it is so hard to remove private data from an old hard drive what exactly should you be doing to ensure your data has no risk of getting into the wrong hands?

To put it simply there is no safe and easy way of ensuring that data is permanently eradicated from a hard disk or any other form of storage medium in reality. That doesn’t mean however that it can’t be done.

Data can only be considered completely erased when it has been overwritten several times, each time using a different method. The level of overwriting usually considered to guarantee that data has been successfully erased is a seven pass overwriting method using software or manual processes that adhere to the DoD 5220.22-M standard for data erasure.

There is software available that can help in the task but many people prefer to leave data elimination to professional services as they will at least understand the exact processes that need to be followed to ensure complete elimination of any data and the chance of it falling into the wrong hands.

Apart from software and manual deletion there are more robust methods of data disposal which is commonly know as data destruction. This involves the complete destruction of the disks to the point where recovery would be impossible.

While it would not be recommended DIY data destruction is an option you could try but this would mean that you would need to totally dismantle the drive, remove the platters and physically damaging as much of the disk as possible including destroying (shattering ) the disk as well.

There will always be those that are less educated in the filed of data recovery that will have you believe that simply formatting your drive or even conducting a low level format will do the trick. Sadly this is simply not the case. Another common myth is that reinstalling the operating system will suffice but that will remain the myth that it is.

Not all data will needs to be totally destroyed using the above methods and if you are happy that none of your data is personal or sensitive (both business or personal) then simply dispose of it in an environmentally responsibly way, but if you are at all unsure don’t take the risk.

Your local data recovery company will be able to advise you on safe hard drive recovery data disposal methods and will probably have a local service. data recovery and data disposal should always be left to professional operators who are happy to certify their work.

Portable External Hard Drives from Western Digital

Tech — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 15:47:46 +0000

External hard drives are becoming more and more popular among users as the manufacturers are coming up with smaller sized portable hard drives. Unlike usb mass storage devices like flash drives, the external hard drives have high storage capacity and faster processing speed with the advantage of plug and play with a usb port. Hard disc manufacturers like Western Digital also realized that consumers of external hard drives are also interested in the appearance and size of the gadget since it is mostly carried in pockets. Also the storage capacity of the external drives have increased from mere 20GB to 160GB and above.
Here is a stylish portable hard drive from Western Digital. Small in size and big in performance. Also the sleek look of this portable device will attracts anyone who is looking to buy an external hard drive. Following are some of the technical details of this computer gadget.

A massive capacity of 160GB storage for your important files, movies, music and games
5400-RPM spindle, 2MB buffer and USB 2.0 interface enhance your data accessing speed
Search your drive, manage your photos, and simplify Web searches with included Google software
Lightweight design and shock-absorbing case means you can carry your files easily and safely
System requirements - Windows 2000, XP, Mac OS X 10.1.5+, Available USB port

Best of all it is plug and play, meaning you don’t have to install any drivers to use this. The best price for this external hard drive is here on Amazon.