A newer version of BCWipe is available.
(Download doesn't provide access to previous versions of this program.)
- Average user rating: stars out of 29 votes Back to product review
- My rating: 0 stars Write review
User reviews
-
5 stars
Version: BCWipe 3.11.7
"One of the best data deletion programs available"
Pros: Integrated into right-click menu; file slack, free space & swapfile wiping; recent & hibernation file wiping; scheduled wiping, multiple choices of algorithums including custom; swapfile encryption; small footprint & low system resource usage.
Cons: Has the same problem as many other programs (including most defrag programs) when attempting to evaluate time remaining for an operation which is caused by basing it on total space used while folders have a deep hierarchy contained within them.
Summary: I have been using Jetico's BCWipe for the past 12 years. I have tried similar products but invariably return to BCWipe. I usually use a slightly older version than whatever is current simply because the old versions are free to use. My current versi... read more
-
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
3 stars
Version: BCWipe 3.11.7
"Good overall, but some glitches"
Pros: BCWipe does what it says, completely overwrites histories, files, directories, etc. The task manager was helpful.
Cons: Tasks' time estimate often incorrect. Swap encryption causes problems
Summary: I tried the evaluation copy, which is fully functional for 30 days. BCWipe overestimates and underestimates the time needed to complete scheduled tasks. For example, an estimate to wipe the swap file. slack space and free space was given as 14 hours,... read more
-
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful
1 stars
Version: BCWipe 3.11.7
"I wiped out almost all my files.Had to format the HD."
Pros: Nothing good about it.
Cons: Do not use it unless you want to format your HD.
Submit your review
You must be 13 years of age or older to submit personal information to CNET Networks. In compliance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998, CNET Networks does not accept name and e-mail address information from users who are under 13 years of age.
All submitted ratings and written comments become the sole property of CNET Networks, Inc. (CNET) and may be used at CNET Networks' sole discretion. Ratings and written comments are generally posted within two to four business days in batch groups, not in real time. However, CNET Networks reserves the right to remove or refuse to post any submission for any reason. You acknowledge that you, not CNET Networks, are responsible for the contents of your submission.
CNET Networks is not responsible for the content of the publisher's descriptions or user reviews on this site. We encourage you to determine whether this product or your intended use is legal. We do not encourage or condone the use of any software in violation of applicable laws. CNET Download.com does not sell, resell, or license any of the products listed on the site. We cannot be held liable for issues that arise from the download or use of these products.
