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    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by hoya2010, Jun 4, 2006.

  1. hoya2010

    hoya2010 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Ok I just purchased a $2400 Sony Vaio SZ for college next year. I am worried that it will get stolen. When I purchased the computer, I bought a kensington lock and such but I am still worried. Heres my question:

    Is there some kind of tracking device that we could install in the computers so that, if it gets stolen, we could find it?
     
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  2. Guillermédico

    Guillermédico Notebook Geek

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    In my experience, the Kensington lock was worthless in preventing the theft of my last notebook computer. Read this thread.

    Well, it's not really a device but a service called LoJack. I have not tried LoJack but maybe someone else on this forum has experience with it.
     
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    lithast Notebook Geek

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    I take mine with me to college every day. I have personal insurance on it. It is covered for upto $4000 AUD, against theft and accidental damage. Costs me about $120 AUD per year for the insurance. Small price to pay for peace of mind.
     
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