Disposing of an old computer securely

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Author: Stephen Smith
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Subject: Disposing of an old computer securely
I finally upgraded my linux box at home (it was a 486, with an old style keyboard, 2 ~600MB HD, 1 1x CDROM). I think it
was about time.

Anyway, what is the best way to "wipe the drives" and where should I dispose of the machine?

Suggestions?

sps