Overwrites the data areas of the hard drive multiple times, making it difficult to recover any data that was originally there. Disk can be reused.
Disk wipe
Removes file mapping info, making it harder to locate files on the disk. Does not overwrite data. Data easily recoverable.
Quick Format
Erases servo and data areas of disk. Makes it unusable. Requires a dedicated piece of hardware.
Degaussing
What does the C in CIA stand for?
Confidentiality
What does the I in CIA stand for?
Integrity
What does the A in CIA stand for?
Availability