Linux Mint Xfce secure File Deletion (secure-delete)

Linux Mint Xfce secure File Deletion (secure-delete) 1. As we all know, the system's deletion operation does not actually erase the real data. The resource can be used only when it is marked as deleted. As long as the actual content is not occupied, some restoration tools can be used to restore these files. However, there is a problem, and there is a risk for documents with high confidentiality requirements. How can we ensure data security? The method is to fill all the space occupied by the file with other content before deletion. 2. the secure-delete installation configuration secure-delete can help us safely delete files and act as a shredder. 1 sudo apt-get install secure-delete 3. Configure xfce. Note: I use xfce, so the corresponding file manager is thunar, if the file manager corresponding to gnome is nautilus, you need to install nautilus-actions www.2cto.com Edit-> Configure custom action...> click the plus sign to add an action Name: Secure Delete Command: srm-rf % F. Press the above button and select an icon. % F indicates all selected files. -Rf and rm commands force recursive deletion. In Appearance Conditions, check all the options below to apply them to all types of files. Note: To make the desktop take effect, restart the desktop. Www.2cto.com 4. Right-click a file or multiple files and select Secure Delete to Delete the file safely.

5. Secure Delete cannot be displayed when multiple desktop selections are selected for legacy issues. You can select one option.