Laptop computers are easy targets for thieves. Laptop computers are small, valuable, can be removed quickly, and are easily hidden. Laptop computers can be worth up to $5000 or more. The laptop computer can be pawned at a pawnshop for half its value.
Here are a few tips to reduce the risk of having your laptop stolen.
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Don’t leave your laptop out in the open even for a second.
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Remember extreme temperatures can cause damage to your laptop.
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Transport your laptop in a nondescript case.
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Write down the serial number and keep it in a safe place.
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Always back up your information on disks and store them in a safe place.