In conjunction with the release of a new line of computer security software, Dell Computers, The Ponemon Institute released a Dell Sponsored Study that says 12,000 computers are lost at American airports each week.
From TechImo.com
About 77% of people surveyed said they had no hope of recovering a lost laptop at the airport, with 16% saying they wouldn't do anything if they lost their laptop during business travel. About 53% said that laptops contain confidential company information, with 65% taking no steps to protect the information.
Airports, along with hotels and parked cars, are places where laptops can be easily stolen, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission said on its Web site.
The confusion of going through security checkpoints can make it easy for travelers to lose track of their laptops, making it "fertile ground for theft," the FTC said.
The FTC recommends people treat laptops "like cash." Like a wad of money, a laptop in public view, such as in the back seat of a car or at the airport, could attract unwanted attention.
So why not tattoo your computer? It is being done.
There are companies that do laser sketching such as Etch Design Studios in Atlanta and companies that also custom paint your computer.
For more on ways to protect your computer check out my post on BlogHer.
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