Tips On Prepping Laptops For Airport Security

Here's an article I found on preparing your laptop for air travel. Figured it might come in handy for many WA members.


Here is the link to the full article.

Here are the nine tips...
1. Use luggage locks approved by the Transportation Security Administration to deter theft.

2. Pack laptops with soft foam or bubble wrap and place laptop bags inside other luggage to protect them from rough handling and to keep them inconspicuous.

3. Use passwords with a combination of numbers and letters, as well as encryption, solutions to prevent unauthorized access to laptops and sensitive data.

4. Back-up valuable data before travel to minimize the risk of data loss or lost productivity in case of theft. Since the information is often more valuable than the computer itself, it is important to protect the data as much as possible.

5. Invest in asset tracking and recovery software. Absolute Software recommends tools like its CompuTrace, which is embedded in the BIOS of computers.

6. Use remote data protection, so sensitive information can be wiped remotely if the laptop is lost or stolen.

7. Carry portable storage devices, like external thumb drives, for easy access to data in case luggage is delayed or lost.

8. Keep accurate records, including receipts and the computer's make, model, and serial number in a safe place for filing claims.

9. Be sure to shut down the laptop, not leave it in standby or hibernate mode, before packing in luggage.