Clearing disk of Mac Mini before recycling

How do I clean the disk of a 2008 Mac Mini (Snow Leopard) before recycling.  Have new 2014 model.
Also iMac OS 10.1.05 Yosemite.
Thanks.
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Click here and follow the instructions. When you reach step 5, insert a Mac OS X install DVD, restart with the C or Option key held down, use the Disk Utility to erase the internal drive, and install a fresh OS.
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