Laptop
computers and other electronic gear, and personal
items are extremely vulnerable to theft at airports
and other busy, crowded areas. Thieves are experts
at exploiting split-second opportunities to relieve
you of your expensive business and personal items
and will gladly do so… if you give them
the chance.
Computers are especially vulnerable, not only
to physical theft, but also to information and
identity theft. Many computer thieves are just
as interested in your account numbers and passwords
as they are in your actual laptop or PDA.
We recommend having a laptop with a removable
hard drive and that you take the hard drive
with you whenever you’re leaving the computer
unattended.
Security checkpoints are popular locations
for theft. Be sure not to leave expensive items
on top of your carry-on belongings when they
go through airport security screening. Restaurants
and restrooms are also high crime areas. Never
leave unattended personal items on tables or
outside restroom stalls.
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