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Question:

A computer is being replaced with a faster one since the new, updated software demands it. What are the two things that you should do with the old computer before it is recycled or donated?

A Ensure that all data is removed/destroyed.
explanation

You should follow a checklist of tasks when retiring equipment. First, make sure there isn't any confidential information on the equipment before removing it from the asset management inventory list. Then you might recycle it or donate it. When testing a new configuration, software, or process, you can utilize a sandbox, which is a testing area set up like your systems but separate from them. You would not install the new software update on this computer. If anything, this computer would be restored to the factory default.

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