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Computers for charities:


http://www.computersforcharities.org/


"We need your old equipment and can often collect from you


We refurbish the items, securely removing all data


We then work with charities across the UK and abroad to set up and provide ongoing support"


If they can't use yours, I'm sure they would be able to suggest ways to recycle it or whatever?


Well done you for not just binning it!

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Best to remove the Hard Drive and destroy..


Dismantling a Hard Drive can be Hazardous.


Careful with the magnets, they are very strong and will probably pinch your fingers if they get between them.


The disks themselves are VERY tough. but can be drilled in several places to destroy them.

There will generally be up to 4 platters.


Here is a step-by-step guide. http://www.mytechbrief.com/tutorials/how-dismantle-and-if-needed-destroy-hard-drive


Stay safe.


DulwichFox

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Jeremy Wrote:

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> Donating to charity is a nice idea, but I think it

> would have to be reasonably modern to be of use to

> anyone (the charity Sue linked to ask for machines

> five years old or less).



Ooops sorry, just did a quick google and didn't read the details on the website.


They wouldn't take my ancient laptop, then :))

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