>>>>>Hi,
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>>>>>I have a Flash USB drive. I could plug it into a computer (tried on 2 computers), first it worked and I could copy files to this flash drive. But then it stopped working; showed no information. Even though when I was plugging it into the computer, a letter drive was assigned and I could see it in the Windows Explorer. I tried to format but formatting would fail.
>>>>>So I decided to destroy all information on this USB. I put it in the microwave for about 5 seconds, 3-4 times (I didn't want it to melt). Now when I plug this flash drive into a computer USB, it won't even show in the Windows Explorer. Was I successful? :)
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>>>>From the thread title I thought you were referring to this:
http://www.theregister.co.uk/2016/12/02/hackers_waste_xbox_one_ps4_macbook_pixel_with_usb_zapper/>>>>
>>>>If it's high-value data microwaving probably isn't good enough. It might just melt an internal trace, which could be easily fixed by a skilled tech.
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>>>>I like Victor's idea, assuming you have a suitable blender. There's the long-time "Will It Blend?" meme on YouTube e.g.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3OmpnfL5PCw>>>
>>>Nicolas is correct. I bought this USB and then put some very personal information on it. Then, I wanted to add some more stuff but the USB didn't respond. I was concerned that if I return it to Staples (which I am sure I can), they will send it to the manufacturer and there techs will get to my personal information. I don't know if my tax returns would be of interest to them; but you never. So I wanted to make all the data destroyed before I return. Microwave seem to have done it. At least when I plug the USB in the computer, computer thinks it is made of wood :). Blending will only come into play if I decide not to return (my wife's suggestion to forget the $30).
>>>Thank
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>>You need to cost in your time here. Trust your wife and throw it in the fire, under the hammer etc. Its a sunk cost.
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>It is a principle that is at stake (not just $30) :)
Whats the principle ? That your time has no value ? Pragmatism, thats what you need .
