CompTIA A+ Core 2 Question B-48

A technician needs to dispose of a database server containing sensitive employee payroll information. Which of the following would be the most logical destruction method?

A. Degauss the drive
B. Shred the drive using a commercial shredder
C. Override the data on the drive multiple times [yes it said “override” not “overwrite”]
D. Burn the drive using appropriate procedures

Correct Answer: C