Did you know that after deleting a file, you can restore it using special programs? Even formatting won't help. If you need to permanently delete some files, you need to use a special program.
This article will look at Eraser HDD, a free program for destroying information on a disk without the possibility of data recovery.
Attention! This program will destroy all files on the selected hard drive.
Destroyed files cannot be restored!
Use it if you really need to completely destroy your data.
Why might data destruction be necessary?
The need to completely delete files usually arises in the following cases:
You are selling a computer, and you don’t want anyone to be able to recover your personal files that were once stored on your hard drive (photos, letters, documents, etc.).
I know that many will say to this: “this is paranoia, who needs your files? :).”
And yet, there is a possibility that the new owners of the computer will restore your files. And if such a possibility exists, then their attempts at recovery must be nullified. It’s unlikely that anyone will like it when strangers delve into their personal photographs and documents, right?
How to use Eraser HDD program
In fact, it is very simple to use; you only need to press a couple of keys.
1) Download the program and run it. It is ready to use immediately (no installation required). This “picture” will appear before you:
2)
Here you only need one button, “Start”. Click on this button.
You will see a list hard drives. The very first column displays the number hard drive, select the disk on which you want to destroy information, and see what number is assigned to this disk.
3) Enter the physical disk number and click the “Apply” button.
The program will ask you to confirm the selected action.
And attention again!!! This is the last moment you can change your mind. Once you confirm the destruction of data, there is no turning back! So think carefully about whether you indicated the right disk number, or maybe you shouldn’t do this at all? Just in case, do it backups important files.
4) If you finally decide and confirm the deletion, wait for the following message to appear:
Now all you have to do is reboot and initialize the disk.
Download the program for complete removal files:
When using a computer, many temporary files are created in the system. One part is deleted after closing programs and rebooting the PC, while the other remains a dead weight on the hard drive.
If you don't clean it regularly, files will accumulate and take up unnecessary storage space. But this is not the worst thing - they can cause your PC to freeze.
The short answer is yes! Cleaning your computer of debris should be done regularly so that the system does not slow down. This does not mean that you need to check every day. 1-2 scans per month should be sufficient.
What to use to clean the operating system (OS)?
There are two types of programs - for complex cleaning and for cleaning the system registry. Most applications are distributed free of charge, so they are always available to users. Let's look at the best services.
Programs for comprehensive OS cleaning
First, let's study 3 applications for comprehensive Windows cleaning.
This utility is designed to improve the performance and speed up of your computer. Possibility of optimization random access memory, as well as game mode « Turbo Boost» , which will be of particular interest to gamers.
First you need to download the program from the official website of the developers - iobit.com. Click on the green button "Download" and install "Advanced System Care".
Before installation, be sure to uncheck the “Install Driver Booster for free” option - we don’t need this software. The application will ask you to enter your email to receive newsletters from developers with various bonuses.
The first window will offer scanning options. Select one, several or all items with a checkmark and click “Start”.
Next, the device will be checked, after which the results will be displayed on the screen. The user will be shown in detail each problem found. If you don’t understand this, click “Fix” without changing any items.
After this, unnecessary and problematic files will be cleaned. To achieve maximum results, it is recommended to restart your computer.
One of the most functional programs. can clean the system registry, defragment the disk, create backups, search for and remove duplicates and malware, optimize RAM and much more.
First you need to download and install the utility from the official website glarysoft.com. Next, launch the application in any way. A window will immediately open with all the options.
The easiest way to start a scan is to click on the button "1-click", which is located at the top center. After this, a window of suggested points for examination will open.
Click on the green button "Find problems" and wait to receive the results. All detected problems will be displayed on the main screen. Click "To correct".
Additionally, it should be noted that the utility copes with its task very quickly and gives recommendations for updating other important programs.
This application specializes in fully optimizing the operation of Windows OS. This is a kind of assistant that will not only rid the storage of temporary files, but will also help with updating installed utilities and drivers.
First you need to download and install . On the official website systweak.com it is paid, so if you don’t want to spend money, you can download the “cracked” version from a third-party resource.
It includes more than 30 tools for configuring, optimizing and protecting Windows. To clean the system of debris, you need to go to the section "Intelligent Maintenance", after which you will need to tick the required items.
In the lower right corner click on the blue button "Start Scan". The examination results will be displayed on the main screen, where the button will be available "To correct".
It also offers to optimize the operation of the hard drive, RAM, configure the game mode and secure your device. Availability of a huge quantity useful utilities allows the application to handle most tasks.
Programs for cleaning the system registry
IN system registry important for Windows information. The slightest changes, even changing the background on the desktop, are made to it. But over time, unnecessary, outdated junk accumulates there, causing the computer to freeze. Let's look at utilities for cleaning the system registry.
Auslogics Registry Cleaner
The download is available on the official website of the developer. "Auslogics Registry Cleaner» allows the user to first scan the registry for errors, and then manually select what should be deleted.
Button "Scan" available immediately after launching the utility.
After the detected problems and risk level are displayed, the user must check the box to select which ones should be fixed. It is important to be careful here, since deleting important system file may cause failure Windows operation. Click "Repair" and automatic cleaning will occur.
"Auslogics Registry Cleaner" creates backup points before making any changes. This will allow you to quickly restore your computer in case of problems.
You should also be careful when installing this program and uncheck unnecessary boxes - third-party software is often downloaded along with it.
Available for download on the official website of the developers - vitsoft.net.
The utility consists of four components:
- system registry optimizer;
- trash cleaning apps;
- startup manager;
- uninstaller.
The installation is no different from previous programs. After launching, select the item in the main menu "Scan".
A list of detected problems will be displayed. You can check off what you want to delete, after which you will need to click on the trash can icon.
If something goes wrong and a system failure is noticed, it is recommended to use a backup copy.
To do this, go to the appropriate section and click "Restore".
Bottom line
In order for your computer to please you with performance and quality of work, you need to periodically clean the registry. To be 100% sure that deletion will not cause any harm, you should have a little advanced understanding of how your computer works. When using something like this software be sure to make backups. If something went wrong, be sure to write in the comments and we will provide you with all possible help!
Accumulation of residues remote applications, unnecessary entries in the registry, temporary files, logs that remain after Windows updates and programs and other garbage reduces the performance of the computer. If all this is not removed, over time the PC becomes so slow and annoying that the user cannot stand it and reinstalls the system. However, after a couple of months everything returns to normal - the brakes, low FPS, and all sorts of glitches. Meanwhile, the problem can be solved simply - it is enough to do preventive maintenance 1-2 times a month using a computer cleaning program. We will talk about them today.
We have prepared a brief overview of the capabilities of the best Windows utilities that can speed up your system by up to 50-70% relative to the original level. All of them are free and designed for new users.
CCleaner is one of the most popular Windows cleaning utilities in user ratings. And one of the safest. Cleaning the registry and applications in CCleaner is configured in such a way that, even if you try, you will not be able to delete something important, thereby disrupting the performance of the system. In this part, the program can be used by novice users without fear. However, it also contains functions that it is better not to touch without proper knowledge. One of them is erasing disks. If you accidentally confuse it with Disk Cleanup (built-in tool Windows optimization), you can permanently lose any important data, since the program destroys them irrevocably.
Proper use of CCleaner can speed up your computer by 5-50%. The result depends on the initial clutter of the system and the amount of information on the disks.
CCleaner functionality
All application functions are divided into 4 groups, and groups into subgroups. The first group is “Cleaning”, includes sections:
- Windows (Edge and Internet Explorer, conductor, system components, etc.).
- Applications (third-party browsers, multimedia, Internet applications, system applications etc.).
Clearing both removes only temporary and unnecessary data, without affecting the main one.
The second group - “Register”, has no subgroups. Here is a tool for fixing registry errors and cleaning it from garbage.
The third group - “Service”, contains the following sections:
- Managing startup programs.
- Browser add-on management.
- Analysis of disk space distribution.
- Search for duplicate files.
- System Restore.
- Erasing disks.
The fourth group is “Settings”. It includes:
- Basic settings of CCleaner.
- Browser cookies (setting exceptions).
- Inclusions (objects that are always subject to removal).
- Exception (objects that the program should not process).
- Monitoring applications (setting up auto-cleaning).
- Trusted users.
- Additional parameters (for experienced ones).
CCleaner supports many languages, including Russian, Ukrainian, Kazakh. You can download it in both installation and portable versions. The latter can be launched, for example, from a flash drive.
Wise Care 365
Wise Care 365 is an impressive package of utilities for optimizing your computer, most of which are available for free (the application is available in two versions - free and premium, in free versions some items are blocked). Like CCleaner, Wise Care 365 scans the system for garbage, errors, incorrect (from the developers’ point of view) settings and makes it possible to fix them - both individually and “in bulk”.
With this program, the user can clean and optimize Windows without thinking about the purpose of a particular function. Just run the scan and click the “Fix” button after it.
Wise Care 365 functionality
Wise Care 365 features are also divided into groups. The first tab, “Check,” is intended for a comprehensive search and elimination of problems throughout the entire system. The following parameters are checked:
- Safety.
- Unnecessary files (temporary, cache, logs, etc.).
- Invalid registry entries.
- System optimization (presence of factors affecting performance).
- Computer history (opening documents and visiting web resources through Internet Explorer).
After scanning, the program determines the PC’s “health” index and offers to correct errors with the click of one button.
On the same first tab there is a panel of additional utilities. Available in the free version:
- Deleting files that cannot be deleted using Windows.
- PC shutdown timer.
- Recovery deleted files.
- Memory optimization.
- Uninstalling programs.
The second tab, “Cleaning”, contains several subsections:
- Cleaning the registry.
- Quick disk cleanup.
- Deep cleaning.
- System cleaning ( unnecessary components Windows).
The third tab – “Optimization” – contains:
- Subsection “Optimization” (here you can change registry settings to stabilize and speed up Windows, increase network performance, and shorten the time it takes to turn your computer on and off).
- Disk defragmentation.
- Registry compression and defragmentation.
- Startup management.
The “Privacy” tab contains the following subsections:
- Wiping the disc.
- Overwriting files.
- Password generator.
On last tab— “System”, the application shows running processes and a list of PC equipment.
Wise Care 365, like Ccleaner, has been translated into Russian and is available in installation and portable versions.
Windows Cleaner
The Windows Cleaner utility includes tools for freeing the system from unnecessary files, registry entries and unused programs that can be launched manually and on a schedule. Among the optimization tools, only startup management is present here. There are no options here aimed at increasing computer performance (not counting cleaning tools).
Windows Cleaner saves a history of previously performed cleanings. If you accidentally delete an important registry entry or file, the program allows you to undo the last operations - perform a system restore to a checkpoint.
Windows Cleaner functionality
The Cleaning section of Windows Cleaner contains two tabs: Files and Registry. The first one is a list of unnecessary objects file system, on the second - registry entries. The program supports 4 cleaning modes:
- Fast.
- Optimal.
- Deep.
- Custom.
After scanning, Windows Cleaner displays a list of objects to be removed. Strange, but the user does not have the ability to remove any file or entry from it. You can only exclude an entire group of objects from scanning (temporary files, memory dumps, report logs, etc.).
The “Service” section contains the “Startup” and “Uninstall programs” tabs.
“History” stores records of previously performed operations.
In “Settings” you set the cleaning parameters according to the schedule: interval, time, mode.
Windows Cleaner was developed in Russia. The official website has reference information on working with the program in Russian, as well as a form feedback with the developer.
Glary Utilities Free
Glary Utilities Free is a free harvester application for optimizing your computer. Its set includes more than thirty utilities for all occasions, some of which are unique for products of this class or are found only in paid versions. For example, searching for and removing spyware (spyware), checking for updates to programs installed on your computer, encrypting files, optimizing memory, cutting and merging files, etc. A list of frequently used utilities is shown in the screenshot above.
Features of Glary Utilities Free
Functions Glary Utilities Free are divided into 3 groups:
- Short review.
- "1-click".
- Modules
The "Brief Overview" section contains General settings programs and controls Windows autostart.
“1-click” contains tools for quick system optimization:
- Cleaning the registry.
- Correction of shortcuts.
- Removing spyware.
- Recovering (checking) the disk.
- Privacy.
- Deleting temporary files.
- Autorun manager.
In the list of problems, next to each item there is an explanation. In addition, the user has the opportunity to prohibit the correction of any element by unchecking the checkbox next to it.
The “Modules” section contains all components (utilities) of the program that the user can run separately - as needed. This includes tools for cleaning, managing disk space, files, etc. In the bottom panel of all tabs of the main window there are shortcut buttons for some of them.
Glary Utilities Free has another interesting feature- creating a portable version of yourself. The option is located in the "Menu".
WinUtilities Free
The functionality of the free version of WinUtilities Free, like Glary Utilities, is very diverse for applications of this class. It includes 26 system maintenance and cleaning modules. There is also a one-click Windows optimization function and its own task scheduler for performing scheduled operations.
Features of WinUtilities Free
The “Modules” tab of WinUtilities Free contains a list of all application components, divided into groups:
- Maintenance (cleaning disks, registry, shortcuts, etc.).
- Optimization (disk defragmentation, registry defragmentation, startup management, etc.).
- Security (cleaning history, managing running processes, deleting and restoring files).
- Files and folders (document protection, disk space analysis, duplicate search).
- Registry ( backup, search for partitions and keys, manager context menu).
- System (launch Windows utilities, system management, task scheduler, configuration automatic shutdown computer).
The “Maintenance” tab contains settings for quick scanning and system optimization with one click.
The “Tasks” section includes 4 scheduled PC maintenance options:
- Disk cleaning.
- Clearing history.
- Cleaning the registry.
- Disk Defragmenter.
The Status section shows information about the product.
InfoMan
InfoMan is an easy-to-use information management manager on your PC. Consists of five modules that are launched separately. The cleaning module is used to search and delete temporary files according to the list of a program or user.
Other InfoMan modules are for:
- Synchronize data in two specified directories.
- Password storage.
- Event reminders.
- Application settings.
After launch, the program icon is placed in the system tray. Modules are launched from its context menu.
Advanced System Care
Advanced System Care is the last program in our review for comprehensive computer maintenance from the famous developer IObit. In addition to cleaning and optimization tools, it contains tools to improve performance and protect various system components.
Advanced System Care Features
As with the other apps reviewed, Advanced System Care features are divided into categories:
- Acceleration.
- Protection.
- Cleaning and optimization.
- Tools.
- Center of action.
The “Acceleration” tab contains tools to improve computer performance: turbo acceleration, hardware acceleration, etc.
“Protection” contains tools to improve security - video identification of the user’s face, anti-spying tools in the browser, safe web surfing, etc.
“Cleaning and Optimization” contains utilities for removing garbage from the file system and registry.
“Tools” lists all application modules plus other IObit products.
Action Center contains tools automatic update programs installed on the PC and downloads of other IObit products.
In addition, Advanced System Care installs a widget on the system that is constantly on the screen and displays the percentage of RAM and processor load.
The applications included in today's review support all editions of Windows, from XP to Windows 10. We decided not to talk about programs whose authors limited themselves to supporting systems up to Windows 7, since they are not relevant today.
Hello all friends!
If you care about fast work computer, then at least every three months you need to carry out a global cleaning of the system from various types garbage. If you don't do this, your computer will simply slow down.
After using your computer for a long time, a lot of garbage accumulates. By getting rid of it, you can free up gigabytes of free space on your hard drive. Let’s clear the disk of garbage in three steps. This article is for beginners. Use it and you will really notice the difference BEFORE and AFTER cleaning your hard drive. The most interesting thing is that we will get rid of Temp folders more about her:
Step 1) cleaning your computer from junk - manually
Cleaning system disk"C" in Windows 7 is a fairly simple procedure, but before using the programs, let's prepare our computer. For this we will use standard means systems. Let's go to " Start» —>» Computer"and we see our disks. Point the mouse at drive C and click right button mice. Go to properties and run disk cleanup.
The cleaning program will start, it will evaluate the volume, and prepare the files for deletion.
Attention! If you are cleaning the disk for the first time, this may take a long time, up to several hours. Therefore, for especially “Neglected Patients” it is necessary to perform cleaning at night.
We check all the boxes before cleaning. Look in the trash, maybe you still have the files you need there.
Don't forget to go to the advanced tab, there you can delete unnecessary programs and restore points. 
Click " OK"—> « Delete files» unnecessary garbage has been removed. The preparation of the system is completed, let's move on to the “heavy artillery” - we will use a powerful program to remove residual debris.
Step 2. CCleaner - continue disk cleaning
We continue cleaning. And a cool program called CCleaner will help us with this. This is the most popular utility among garbage cleaners. Download the portable (portable version does not require installation) program. The download will start automatically. Launch the program, click " Analyze" (Analysis), after scanning " Run Cleaner“(Cleaning). The program language changes like this: Options» —> « Settings» —> « Language» —> « Russian«.
You can also clean the registry, I think you’ll figure it out - the interface couldn’t be simpler. Let's move on to next step.
Step 3. FreeSpacer - completely clean your computer disk of debris
The program is called FreeSpacer and install it on your computer. I'll say a few words about this wonderful program.
I've been using FreeSpacer for a very long time, what I don't like about it complex settings, it all comes down to two actions: search and delete, it is distributed free of charge and does not remove anything unnecessary. I also want to say about its effectiveness; it removed my friend’s 20 gigs of garbage and that's not the limit.
Launch the program and click " Search.» There should be no other programs or background applications running on the system.
In order to return your PC to its former performance, it is not at all necessary to increase its hardware power or reinstall the system: for this, most often you simply need good program cleaning your computer from debris.
They will safely correct registry entries, delete temporary files created when browsers are running, and clean HDD from components left behind after incorrect software uninstallation will help manage startup, i.e. clean out debris and optimize PC performance
This software package includes more than 20 utilities for cleaning and optimizing a computer running Windows XP; Vista; 7; 8.
Screenshot of the main modules and features of Glary Utilites Free
As the main advantages of using this complex, it is worth noting the multifunctionality and user-friendly interface and the presence of the Russian language, which is undoubtedly a big advantage for novice users.
In one click, the program will analyze and show the state of your PC.
To remove junk from your computer and fix performance problems, just download free version Glary Utilites Free, after which, in the main window, click the “1-click” button, Glary Utilites Free will do the rest on its own.
You can get acquainted with the functionality and download this program from the manufacturer’s website by following the link www.glarysoft.com/glary-utilities/.
- This powerful program to clean your computer's hard drive from various system debris and fix the system registry.
Screenshot of the main window of the Final Uninstaller program
This utility takes up no more than 50 MB of computer disk space, is undemanding to system resources and can run under Windows XP; Vista; 7. This is an advantage for users of older computers.
The main disadvantage of the utility for domestic users is that it is free to download official version this utility is not possible.
The program is distributed on the basis of a paid license, the cost of which on the manufacturer’s website is 27 USD. on 3 PCs. Nevertheless, Final Uninstaller is a fairly popular set of PC cleaning tools, despite the lack of Russian in it language pack.
Advice: Do not use cracked versions of Final Uninstaller. In addition to the fact that an unlicensed installer can stuff your computer with unnecessary software, you can easily introduce a virus to your PC.
You can familiarize yourself with the capabilities, as well as download the Final Uninstaller program from the manufacturer’s website, by following the link: www.finaluninstaller.com/download.php.
is an excellent uninstaller and startup manager. The main advantage of this “cleaner” is that it finds garbage that most similar programs miss.
Screenshot of the junk file analysis window Revo Uninstaller
The utility has a friendly and Russified interface, so even an inexperienced user can use it. Revo Uninstaller works on a PC running Windows XP; Vista; 7; 8; 10.
Download free program Revo Uninstaller is available by following the link: www.revouninstaller.com/revo_uninstaller_free_download.html.
CCleaner is by far the most popular utility for cleaning PCs from various system debris on computers running Windows and Android OS.
Screenshot of the main CCleaner window
This program allows you to find and delete traces of your browser: browsing and download history, cookies, temporary files, autofill, etc.
In addition, the cleaner allows the user to delete data from the computer’s clipboard, recycle bin, temporary files from operating system and application garbage.
The CCleaner utility has in its arsenal a lot of tools necessary for optimizing the operation of a PC, among which are: an uninstaller, a startup manager and a safe registry editor.
For particularly distrustful users, the program offers to make a backup copy of deleted files, which makes it possible to restore them at any time. With CCleaner you can manage system restore points and much more.
Let's look at the process of installing and cleaning your computer with this utility in more detail.
Installing CCleaner
In order to clean and optimize your computer, you need to download the original CCleaner program: www.piriform.com/ccleaner
Important: For this utility to work correctly, you only need to download it from the official website of the developer company.
1. After launching the installer, a language selection window will appear, where you need to select the desired one and click the “Ok” button.
Screenshot of CCleaner language pack selection
3. After which the program will ask you to select installation options. By default, the utility will create shortcuts in the Start menu and on the desktop, and will also add items to the trash menu “Open CCleaner”, “Run CCleaner”.
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