Is your laptop as secure as it could be?

Currently most people not only have desktop computer but also laptops. For the most part our desktops are somewhat more secure than our laptops because they are in our homes and they in most cases are not wireless. Our laptops are like our cellular phone they go everywhere with us because we can do work at home, the office, traveling, or even coffee shops. Laptop theft is very common and here are a few tips to keep you from being a victim of theft. When I say theft, I mean it could involved the physical laptop being stolen or data extracted from you laptop.
One of the most important things never to do not only with laptops but also with any computer you use is leaving your password on or around the computer itself, do not leave a sticky note posted on it with your password. When you are using your laptop away from home, make sure that, you do not sit it down anywhere and accidentally forget it. Unfortunately people do make this mistake for instance when you go through security lines at the airport and you are trying to get all your bags sometimes important things such as your laptop get left behind. There are locks you can buy security cables to prevent help deter theft. Another important issue is that your data should be encrypted since there is always the possibility of the laptop being forgotten somewhere or even stolen like mentioned above. Many people have sensitive even classified information on their laptops and it needs to be secure. Many different software companies sell encryption software. The last tip would be to purchase tracking software, there are companies out there such as LoJack that you buy a yearly subscription and if the unfortunate happens and your laptop is stolen, these companies are able to track your computer and locate where it is working closely with the local police departments. These are reasonably easy things to do to keep your property safe. It is better to be safe than sorry.