Learning Library

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Learning Library

The SEM Learning Library is a valuable resource for both IT and security professionals alike. Here you can find the various types of storage media and the methods of sanitization/destruction as they relate to information gathered by, stored by, or created by various government agencies, defense contractors, technology companies, financial institutions, healthcare providers, and other security focused organizations.

We will update this section frequently to help keep you appraised of updates to regulations, best practices and IT sanitization technology.

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Degausser Technology - Types of Degaussers

There are two basic technologies used in Magnetic Media Degaussers to sanitize storage media. Both types are capable of generating powerful magnetic fields.

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Degaussers - How Can You Be Sure the Data is Gone?

To be certain degaussers are functioning properly they should be re-tested periodically according to manufacturer’s recommendations.

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Mixed Media Destruction - Choose Versatility

As storage media evolves, security professionals are faced with ever changing destruction challenges, a mixed media destroyer can be a versatile solution.

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Optical Media Destruction

Optical media refers to data storage devices that digitally write and read data via a laser diode. The technology was developed in the late 1950s, but didn’t become widely used until the introduction of Compact Discs (CDs) and Digital Video Discs (DVDs) in the 1980s and 1990s and more recently Blu-Ray Discs.

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Options for Physical Destruction of Storage Media

An option for eliminating data on magnetic media, and a necessity for solid state drives is physical destruction. The two primary methods are crushing and shredding.

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Understanding Levels of Degaussing Power

While levels of degauss can vary greatly based on a variety of factors, there are really only two classifications of degausser that matter.

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Use and Care of Electromagnetic Degaussers

To ensure optimal performance from your degausser always follow manufacturer’s guidelines for service and maintenance. When used and maintained properly it will provide years of trouble-free service.

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Use and Care of Hard Drive Crushers

As storage media evolves, security professionals are faced with ever changing destruction challenges, a mixed media destroyer can be a versatile solution.

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Use and Care of Hard Drive Shredders

If you follow a few basic guidelines a hard drive shredder should provide years of trouble-free performance

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Use and Care of Mixed Media Destroyers

Mixed media destroyers are a versatile solution for destruction of a wide variety of storage media. When properly used and cared for they will provide years of trouble-free services.

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Use and Care of Optical Media Shredders

To ensure optimal performance from your optical media shredder, always follow manufacturer’s guidelines for service and maintenance. When used and maintained properly, it will provide years of trouble-free service.

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