Definition: Overwritten Data


This refers to data, which has been physically overwritten by other data. Data that is physically overwritten by other data cannot be recovered.




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Block

A group of bytes handled, stored, and accessed as a logical data unit, such as an individual file record. A block in UNIX workstation environments is the smallest contiguous area that can be allocated for the storage of data. (Note: A different definition of the term is used when referring to the physical configuration of a hard drive.)

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