Learning Center » Ask Leo! » How does Windows delete files, and what can I do to keep my file How does Windows delete files, and what can I do to keep my file Is it reasonable to assume that recovering overwritten information is expensive? How does Windows deal with a normal File Save? Are there snags to password protecting a file? The original question is much more detailed, but I want to take it and talk about what's reasonable to expect, or not expect, when deleting files and keeping your data secure on your hard disk. Continue reading How does Windows delete files, and what can I do to keep my files secure? Tech Questions? Get Answers! - Ask Leo! ... by Leo Notenboom Leo's Answers Newsletter - Ask Leo! in your inbox every week. Source: How does Windows delete files, and what can I do to keep my files secure? Please Note: The above article was not written by staff of Connor's Web Guide and thus we can guarantee the content or stability of its external link. Peer Rating System: Would you recommend this article? 1 2 3 4 5 0.00 out of 5, With 0 Votes