Scott Lowe of Tech Republic has published an article titled “10 things you should have already done to secure your laptop” and includes in his list:

1. Encrypt the hard drive
2. Install tracking software (such as Computrace)
3. Install antivirus and antispyware software
4. Tie down the machine with a lock (hardware or software)
5. Install a software firewall
6. Stay current with updates
7. Use a strong password
8. Use wireless networks carefully
9. Disable Windows services you don’t need
10. Make sure your laptop is insured

Visit Tech Republic for the full list, along with more details and links for further reading for each item.

For further reading, review past posts on strong passwords, wireless security, laptop locks and stay tuned to posts in our Laptop Security category.

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