According to Safeware, Inc., laptops are stolen every 12 seconds around the world. About 12,000 laptops are stolen or missing every week at US airports - the most common place of laptops to take out from parked cars, hotels and airports. The majority of stolen laptops are never collected and may sacrifice millions of dollars of laptop owners and business each year due to hardware, software and valuable information loss.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) suggests that people should treat their laptops like cash. Do not you put baggage luggages in your luggage, shake around the airport, sit in the back seat of a parked car, or sit in a hotel room seat. So, you need to give the same respect to your laptop. During traveling, especially at the airport, it is essential that you have your laptop and always keep it in your sight. The thief is very smart and is always looking for distracting travelers. They need to place your guards down or reach your back for a second to reach out to your laptop. While you are passing through the security checkpoint things may be a bit busy, this is a great opportunity for thieves to take advantage of your confusion. Do not let other travelers harass you at this time. We recommend taking time to keep all of your belongings safe. If you have a carrying case, be sure to close and lock it. If you need to go to the toilet, please carry around your laptop at all times.
There are also several security functions that can be directly connected to a laptop computer, such as a security cable and an alarm. Both operate with a similar mechanism and as much as possible to prevent thieves physically bringing laptops with some kind of lock or alarm. Another option is to install a fingerprint scanner to replace the user name and password. You can also purchase and install software that locks your laptop, encrypts data, or keeps track of laptops when thieves come online. Easy Internet search of these products provides all kinds of options.
If your laptop is unfortunately stolen, it is not an embarrassing time right now! Please contact the police and provide as much information as possible. They will help you guide you on the steps you should take next. If the laptop is owned by the company, you also need to contact the insurance company and the manager or the IT department. Finally, if there is any possibility of ID theft, please change all passwords and contact your bank or credit card company immediately.
If you are traveling frequently, you need to make it as difficult as possible for a thief to steal your laptop. They are looking for doubtless travelers and easy access. But in the end, laptop theft is 100% preventable. Do not leave your laptop in front of you. As a thief, always be aware of your surroundings. If someone seems suspicious, please let me know the security and leave. If something disappears or you feel sick, it is probably not the case!
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