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AutoScrubber - 1.5

Auto deletes temp files left behind by running apps

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All Time:	(2.0)
This Version:	Not rated (0.0)
Current Version:	1.5
Release Date:	2004-05-21
License:	Update
Downloads (this version):	1,876
Downloads (all versions):	2,151
Price:	$59.95

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Product Description:

As your files are deleted, make sure they are securely deleted by automatically detecting and permanently erasing hidden copies of your files created and deleted by applications and the operating system.

Erases application backup files
Erases Internet caches and cookies
Erases files emptied from the trash
Erases system-created temporary files
Erases files containing private data you didn't know were created and deleted

What's new in this version:

Adds many features requested by customers. Mainly visual feedback when files are being securely erased as well as an on-screen notice when Software Update is launched.

Operating System Requirements:

This product is designed to run on the following operating systems:

Mac OS X 10.3
Mac OS X 10.2

Additional Requirements:

Mac OS X 10.2 or higher (Panther compatible)

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Does AutoScrubber work on Tiger? - Version: 1.5, 5/29/2005 10:30PM PST

prokos

"Due to extensive changed made in Tiger's kernel (the core of the operating system), AutoScrubber does not function on Tiger. We are actively diagnosing the situation and will release a new version of AutoScrubber if we can. Please understand that the changes in Tiger were significant enough that it may not be possible to develop a version of AutoScrubber for Tiger. Check back to this page for updated information."

"What are the system requirements to use AutoScrubber?
Apple Macintosh running Mac OS 10.2 or Mac OS 10.3.
(Note: AutoScrubber on Tiger is not supported)"

This was excellent software when it worked. I just payed $60 for it about three months ago and now I learn Jiiva most likely won't update it for Tiger. For some reason I have a sick feeling in my stomach… sort of like I bought land in a swamp. 3 months usage ≠ $60.

And for $60 what you get is...? - Version: 1.5, 5/30/2004 01:38PM PST

grikdog

I think I'll pass on this one. Apple's own Disk Utility (Panther version) lets you do an 8-pass random wipe on any hard disk you want to scrub up before putting it up for adoption or resale. After that, the truly paranoid can create a volume-sized file and then do a 35 pass Gutmann wipe using srm's default mode (comes with Panther.) And yes, I too have heard that OS X does a pretty fair job of recovering space from deleted files, and even does on-the-fly file defragmentation, which also recovers small lacunae.