Laptop theft

Laptop theft is a serious threat to users of mobile computers. Different methods to protect the data and to prevent theft have been developed. Victims can lose hardware, software, and essential data that has not been backed up. Thieves also may have access to sensitive data and personal information. Many online stores keep a user's credit card information stored in cookies, which a competent computer user can retrieve.

External links

• Theft and Loss Protection for Linux Laptops and Notebooks
• The spy who lost me – laptop thefts from the British Ministry of Defence