There are a lot of robbery's around where I live. My laptop is the most expensive thing I've ever bought.
So is it worth looking into anti-theft solutions for my laptop?
If so...
Any suggestions?
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There are a lot of robbery's around where I live. My laptop is the most expensive thing I've ever bought.
So is it worth looking into anti-theft solutions for my laptop?
If so...
Any suggestions?
One word: insurance.
This. And keep your important files backed up regularly on a USB stick that you keep someplace where it won't get stolen too.Quote:
Originally Posted by simonj
store it in a cupboard whenever you're out
the effort can be worth the peace of mind
Amazon.com: Kensington 64068E MicroSaver Notebook Lock and Security Cable (PC/Mac): Electronics
maybe something like this, but this is more for deterring opportunistic thieves from running off with your laptop when it's in public rather than when it's in your house.
Insurance is your best bet, though leaving it in a discreet place is probably as good as any product available.
LoJack for laptops
http://www.absolute.com/products/lojackforlaptops
How do I go about getting insurance on my laptop?
google property insurance, check yellow pages etc.
renters/homeowners insurance
also, buy yourself a gun.
Quote:
Originally Posted by elenore19
you gif me 20 dollar. laptop o.k.Quote:
Originally Posted by simonj
you no gif me 20 dollar, i make laptop go boom.
that insurance for laptop, yes?
Get a gun.
make sure it's right next to the laptop so that's it's in easy reach if you ever need to defend itQuote:
Originally Posted by Anonymous D
also make sure to put up a colorful sign that says "HERE IS GUN NEXT TO LAPTOP" in case you forget
Get a dog.
I'm thinking of it getting robbed OUTSIDE my home.
But thanks for all the suggestions.
Cable lock a ferocious dog to it. Tie an M249 to the dog's back with a string attached to the dog's tail and the trigger.
So then if I pet my dog or say it's time for food I'll get shot?Quote:
Originally Posted by sponge
Brilliant.
Don't leave it unattended in plain site and you shouldn't have any problems.Quote:
Originally Posted by elenore19
yes. make sure the site you leave it in is not plain but decorated with fancy flowers and cotton ball clouds.Quote:
Originally Posted by Beef
or at least surrounded by trees or on a mountain or something
actually those are terrible ideas i know a man whose laptop has bear bites in it from being in that situation
don't buy a knife unless you plan on training to use it properly
Knives should only ever be bought for emergency games of knifey-spoony.