How To Safely Dispose Of Old Computers

You may have upgraded your old PC for a new one. So what should you do about that old PC?
Whatever you do, don’t just throw it into a dumpster! Not only is it an environmental hazard you could be fined for, but you also don’t want complete strangers getting access to your old files, passwords, financial information, and emails.
First, keep your old PC around for a few months until you are absolutely certain that all of the information you need has been transferred to your new PC.
Next, you need to make sure the hard drive is wiped clean of any data you had stored on it — and simply deleting the files is not enough. Give us a call at (949) 481-1232 for assistance with clearing your data off of the hard drive from any old PCs you are disposing of.
Finally, you may consider donating your old PCs to a local charity or an organization such as Computers With Causes (computerswithcauses.org). Many of these organizations will clean your hard drive to prevent identity theft, and you can write off the donation on your taxes!