Travelers Laptops Targeted by Thieves

Business travelers laptops are often targeted by thieves," says Ted Demopoulos, president of Demopoulos Associates. When a laptop is stolen it is a major inconvenience and if company confidential data gets into the wrong hands the results can be truly catastrophic.

Durham, NH (PRWEB) May 9, 2005 -- Business travelers laptops are often targeted by thieves," says Ted Demopoulos, president of Demopoulos Associates. When a laptop is stolen it is at a major inconvenience and if company confidential data gets into the wrong hands the results can be truly catastrophic.

Most professionals travel at least occasionally and should take these simple steps to protect their laptop from physical theft.

· Use a locking cable and perhaps an alarm for your laptop, available at any computer store.

· Carry your laptop in something other than a laptop bag, for example a briefcase or backpack.

· Try not to leave laptops in a car. This isnt always practical, but minimize it as much as practical. Never leave a laptop, laptop case, or briefcase in plain sight in a car.

· Watch your laptop carefully in airports and train stations! Certainly do not put it in checked luggage. Do not ignore or leave it alone for even a few seconds.

· Many laptops are stolen from businesses. If you dont know if its safe to leave your laptop unattended then ask someone.

· Dont leave your laptop or any laptop accessories visible in your hotel.

· If you take a bus or shuttle, hold on to your laptop. Dont put it in back" with the other luggage.

It only takes a few seconds for a thief to grab a laptop. These simple steps will help protect your laptop, your data, and your business trip from disaster!

Demopoulos Associates is a consulting firm specializing in Information Security, IT Entrepreneurial Issues, and Business Blogging.

Demopoulos Associates
20 Tall Pines Road
Durham, NH, USA 03824
603-231-8782
www.demop.com

Contact: Ted Demopoulos, 603-231-8782

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