Cross or confetti cut: Simple strip-cut shredders don't do the trick. — Strength: Can it cut through staples? How about credit cards? Data CDs? Diskettes? — Durability: Many shredders must be turned off to cool after just a few pages. That's OK for most consumers. But if you plan to destroy a lot of paperwork, a more durable model might be in order. — Capacity: The more pages you can shred at once, the less time you'll waste destroying those unwanted credit card applications. The credit card industry sends out about five billion each year. — Auto on/off: A nice have, not a must. But if it helps you maintain good shredding habits, it might be worth it.

Why do you need a Shredder?

In an effort to protect the privacy of consumer information and reduce the risk of fraud and identity theft, a new federal rule is requiring businesses to take appropriate measures to dispose of sensitive information derived from consumer reports.

Who must comply?

The Disposal Rule applies to people and both large and small organizations that use consumer reports. Among those who must comply with the Rule are: Consumer reporting companies Lenders Insurers Employers Landlords Government agencies Mortgage brokers Automobile dealers Attorneys or private investigators Debt collectors Individuals who obtain a credit report on prospective nannies, contractors, or tenants Entities that maintain information in consumer reports as part of their role as service providers to other organizations covered by the Rule.

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