how do I clear laptop before disposing of it

How do I clear a laptop before disposing of it

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Posted on Feb 18, 2024 10:56 AM

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Feb 18, 2024 10:58 AM in response to sandrashenvalley

sandrashenvalley wrote:

How do I clear a laptop before disposing of it

What to do before you sell, give away, trade in, or recycle your Mac - Apple Support

Feb 18, 2024 11:31 AM in response to BobTheFisherman

I tried finding something like that before posting my question - thanks.

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