They sent the document as a Word document and I changed the document ... In the past I've done the strike-through and initial way too. They initialed each page

They sent the document as a Word document and I changed the document ... In the past I've done the strike-through and initial way too. They initialed each page and signed the last page and I've got a fully executed copy. They didn't lose their copy on purpose and when the HR representative pointed out that they could inform my new employer about the terms of the NC and NDA, I told them I'd altered the original and that they didn't have my permission. As I said before, I wasn't interested in taking their IP but rather eliminated the parts that are onerous to the employee and that might put my side projects at risk. I should also point out that I'm still on good terms with this company and have helped with various IP issues that weren't finished when I left.