How do I erase ALL data on my 8 year old iMac 10.6.8?

I'd like to erase ALL data on my 8 year old iMac 10.6.8 before hauling it off to electornics recycling. I have the original Snow Leopard start up disc but need help in it's use for this purpose. Any help would be appreciated. Richard

Sorry RK I was having trouble posting the pertinent Snow Leopard article earlier, but looks like the OP got there without it.
Humm... it still won't let me post it.

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