Lab 1: Erase Data Safely
Objective:
Learn how to securely delete data using Eraser software.
Steps:
1. Download and install the Eraser software from https://eraser.heidi.ie/.
2. Create a new folder and name it "Sample Folder".
3. Add files of at least 1GB size to the folder (e.g., images, videos, documents).
4. Open Eraser and select "Erase Schedule".
5. Add the "Sample Folder" to the task list, choose the erasure method and number of passes.
6. Click "OK" to start the deletion process.
7. Verify deletion using recovery software to confirm data is unrecoverable.
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Lab 2: Recover Deleted Data
Objective:
Learn how to recover deleted data using Recuva software.
Steps:
1. Download and install Recuva from https://www.ccleaner.com/recuva.
2. Launch the program and select the type of files you want to recover, or choose "All Files".
3. Select the drive containing the deleted files and click "Scan".
4. Choose the files you want to recover and click "Recover".
5. Save the recovered files to a new location.
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Lab 3: Use Windows Sandbox
Objective:
Learn to use Windows Sandbox to safely test untrusted files and applications.
Steps:
1. Ensure your computer supports virtualization and enable it in BIOS.
2. Go to: Control Panel > Programs > Turn Windows features on or off.
3. Enable "Windows Sandbox" and restart the computer.
4. Open Windows Sandbox from the Start Menu.
5. Copy files or applications into the Sandbox environment and run them.
6. Observe file behavior and close the Sandbox to discard all changes.
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Lab 4: Encrypt MS Office Documents
Objective:
Learn how to encrypt MS Office documents.
Steps:
1. Open the document to be encrypted in Microsoft Office.
2. Navigate to "File" > "Info" > "Protect Document" > "Encrypt with Password".
3. Enter a password twice and click "OK".
4. Save the document, close it, and reopen it to ensure the password is applied.