Dan, try Googling. The first hit I came across was Eraser at :-
http://www.heidi.ie/eraser/download.php
Never tried it so don't know how effective it is - but it is FREE
Mart
"Dapper Dan" wrote in message
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In preparation of donating an old computer, I'm interested in permanently
wiping free disk space. Any recommendations for a good free utility that
not only shreds files but also wipes available free space.
Thanks in advance and Happy Easter.
Dan