Laptop Security

[Elderly Newt]

I'm going off to college quite soon, and I will have a laptop. I'm looking for recommendations on security devices. Do those locks really work well? I mean the bike lock type things that like plug into the side of the laptop. Also, I'm looking at a motion sensor that would be attached to the laptop through the same method as the cable lock. If it moves, its alarm will go off. This would be useful if im just leaving my laptop around some place for a short period of time, like if I have to go across a room for a little while. This sensor also comes with a short cable to lock the laptop to something. What would you guys recommend? Anyone have any experience with a motion sensor like that?

 

[corkyg]

There are many hardware security devices. But - don't forget to conact your college - they have measures you can use. Here's an example from U. of Oregon:

SEC

Security is a concept best thought of as layers. There is nothing perfect - and everything can be defeated with enugh time and money. The whole idea is to use delay as a deterrent. observe Microsoft's tips:

Tips

And here are some delay concepts:

Devices