Voice mail is being integrated into computer systems and can be archived, pager messages may be available up to a year on the host computer. As cell phones become more like computers, we're going after those as well. People who use Palms may not realize that when you hotsynch, the data ends up on their computer. My recommendation to businesses and consumers is to get into the habit of regular disk hygiene. Faithfully use programs to purge deleted files and fragments.
Most people live good, decent lives and have every right to clean up as they go.
But beware the user who doesn't take the time to fully understand these programs. They can cause irretrievable damage to data. The best advice is don' t ever, ever use a computer for anything your grandmother wouldn't be proud of. World Report Inc. All rights reserved.