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Laptop Security Devices
Laptops have gained popularity these last five years.
Computer manufacturers have reported at least 20% increase in laptop sales almost every year. This is due to the advancements in technology wherein the processing powers of laptops are now comparable to desktop units. This development has redefined the concept of the workplace. The mobility laptops bring to the office or university has its positive points and drawbacks. On the positive end one can work almost anywhere, connecting to the office or school from a vacation, at home or overseas. Its mobility and technology however makes it a valuable prize for the criminal elements in our areas. Laptop security devices therefore are also becoming as popular as the items they protect. We can group laptop security devices into four. These are the laptop cable kits, the laptop safes, plate systems, and the technology based methods.
The laptop cable kits are the most affordable and readily available among the laptop security devices. From hardware stores to online shops one can easily find laptop security cables and locks. Prices range from $25 to almost $50 for basic systems. Basic sets consist of the galvanized steel cable, lock and depending if it is the keyed variety keys. So if you need to bring your laptop around and then a majority of the time leave it in a room or at your desk, be sure to attach it to a heavy table or desk. Because even if you are always only several feet away from your laptop it is not always in your line of vision. Such instances are just the 30 seconds a thief needs to take your computer from you.
Laptop safes are, given the nature of a safe not readily movable. Laptop safes are heavy duty safes that are semi-permanently attached to an object. This is to prevent the safe from being wholly removed from a particular area. They are usually installed in the trunks of cars, bedposts, behind heavy desks etc. This type is ideal for dorm rooms and apartments, prices start at around $90.
Another one of the laptop security devices is the laptop security plate system. This is comprised of two interlocking steel plates that are secured by a lock. The laptop will have one plate and the other plate is permanently secured on a table, desk or stand. The laptop is docked into the plate on the table or desk then locked with a key. The system starts at just over $80. The drawback however is the limited number of desks you can dock into.
The technology based methods are about motion sensors and corresponding alarms. 110 decibel alarms will certainly wake people up and look around. Years ago this technology was location base, now because of need a mobile variety has been developed. There is usually a maximum separation zone from user to laptop. If this distance is compromised the alarm will go off and everyone in the vicinity will be alerted. I know that this particular technology is still quite costly since the price is not readily listed. You can inquire from several companies who sell these laptop security devices as they are listed on the internet.