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Method of data clearing of hard disk, apparatus, and computer readable storage medium applying the method

US12033673B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 10, 2023
Grant dateJul 9, 2024
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Expiry dateApr 10, 2043

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02D10/00
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method of data clearing of a hard disk comprises search a last target logic block of a target hard disk according to a predetermined sequence. Stored data in the target logic block is read for determining whether the stored data includes disk array information. The stored data of the target logic block is cleared while the stored data includes the disk array information. By accurately clearing minimum data, a data clearing process of the target hard disk is completed. By comparing with the full disk format manner, an effective of data clearing is improved. An apparatus and a computer readable storage medium applying the method are also disclosed.

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