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    The 7 Most Satisfying Ways To Destroy A Hard Drive

    Some people destroy their hard drives when they’re done with them. Fun people get creative about it.

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    by Acronis

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    7. Smash

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    A thorough smashing lets out any internal aggression you may have in a productive(ish) manner.

    6. Puncture

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    If slow and steady is more your style, try the graceful puncturing approach.

    5. Shred

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    Shredding paper is kind of fun. Shredding metal is really fun.

    4. Shoot

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    Just make sure there’s nothing (and no one) behind the drive when you pull the trigger!

    3. Burn

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    Light 'em up!

    2. Torch

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    Take fire to the next level with a flamethrower #burnbabyburn

    1. Thermite

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    What pyrotechnic dreams are made of.

    Dangers abound, self-inflicted or otherwise, that threaten your data. Check out Acronis' blog for the latest on how to keep your digital life safe and sound. (And while the hardware destruction methods above might be a ton of fun, be sure to properly recycle your old hard drives.)

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