I just ordered a new T40 Thinkpad. It hasnt arrived yet but I'm already
wondering what I can do to keep it safe once it arrives. First thing I'll do
is buy one of those security cables I see many people use. But what else? I
know the common sense stuff ie dont let it leave my sight in public, etc.

I was wondering if anyone here uses any software for their laptop that somehow
lets you, or the police, know where it is via the internet after its been
reported stolen. I read that most of these programs don't work or can be
erased by the theif by reformatting the hard disk. Should I look into this
type of software or am I kidding myself? thanks.

couldnt find the on i saw before, but maybe this will help
http://www.computrace.com/public/pro...us/default.asp

Chris
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| I just ordered a new T40 Thinkpad. It hasnt arrived yet but I'm already
| wondering what I can do to keep it safe once it arrives. First thing I'll
do
| is buy one of those security cables I see many people use. But what else?
I
| know the common sense stuff ie dont let it leave my sight in public, etc.
|
| I was wondering if anyone here uses any software for their laptop that
somehow
| lets you, or the police, know where it is via the internet after its been
| reported stolen. I read that most of these programs don't work or can be
| erased by the theif by reformatting the hard disk. Should I look into
this
| type of software or am I kidding myself? thanks.
|
|
Found a couple. I've never used any of them so I can't say how effective
they are.

http://www.secure-it.com/products/laptrak/index.htm

http://www.ztrace.com/zTraceGold.asp



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