5 Most Common Ways Laptops are Stolen and How to Avoid Them

Did you know that laptop computers have a one-in ten probability of being stolen, which means you have a 10% chance of becoming a victim of laptop theft?

As you may have seen, we receive a large number of recovery tales from our customers, in which they tell us how their property was stolen and how they recovered it, and in some cases, how they did it from a distant nation.

So we decided to do extensive research based on hundreds of reports and determine the top five locations where laptops are stolen.

So, get a cup of coffee and carefully read this, since it may help you lessen the likelihood of your laptop being stolen.

1. Taken from your car
People believe that automobiles are safe locations to keep their belongings (including their laptops), but this is not the case. If there is anything precious inside, robbers will almost certainly feel inclined to shatter the window and flee with it all. Though this is most common when automobiles are parked with no one around, it does not always occur.

So, whenever you park your Lamborghini, remember to either take your laptop and all of your stuff with you or conceal them behind the seats, where they are not visible from the outside. Additionally, attempt to park your car in a well-lit place, as dark nooks allow thugs to hide from other people or security cameras.

2. Free/Public Wi-Fi areas
Where would you go if you were a burglar looking to steal a laptop or other wireless electrical device? Of course, public Wi-Fi hotspots!

Most individuals are unaware of how simple it is to be robbed when in a public place. It may be a hit-and-run mug or a Hollywood-style combat scene, depending on the type of thief. So, regardless of how enticing such venues may appear, we urge that you avoid attending alone, as this increases the likelihood that your belongings may be left unattended.

3. While passing through airport security
Kensington polled 300 IT experts in the United States from a variety of businesses for its IT Security and laptop Theft study. According to the findings, 15% of IT thefts occur in airports and hotels. This demonstrates how dangerous it may be for you to travel with your laptop. However, it does not have to be so frightening. There are ways to keep your laptop safe when traveling and keep it from being stolen.

We’ve all heard the story: after passing through airport security, you’ll be compelled to remove your gleaming laptop from its luggage and place it in a box.
You then wait in line for a few minutes before being called to go through the X-ray machine and collect your belongings. And here’s the problem: with so many people about and things moving so quickly, it’s extremely probable that you’ll forget about one of your boxes, or that someone else will get its contents before you.

Yes, even with all of the security personnel present.

4. At the office
Your coworkers would never steal your expensive new laptop, would they? They probably won’t, but that doesn’t mean you should leave your belongings exposed on your desk when you leave for a moment. Try to keep a watch on your electronics unless you work in a small workplace, like ours, where you know and can trust everyone.

It makes no difference if there are surveillance cameras all over the area. They won’t be everywhere, and there may be individuals going by for whatever reason who would be delighted to take your new laptop with them. People who do not work for your firm, most likely.

5. In a library
Libraries, like workplaces, are commonly seen as extremely secure locations in which to read, study (or, ahem, sleep). But there’s no reason to believe you’re secure, especially if they’re public libraries.

Anyone can steal your bag when you’re sleeping or concentrate on that test you’re terrified of. If you just cannot continue reading and need to relax, place your computer and bag under your arms as you sleep. If someone attempts to pull them, you’ll be able to face him in your dreams unless you hibernate like a bear.

Recovery from Laptop Theft
You’ve misplaced your laptop. What you should do next is the question. Of course, you may call any law enforcement and reset all of your critical passwords.