Posts Tagged ‘Computer Theft’

Law Punishments For Laptop Thieves

Wednesday, September 7, 2011
posted by Jordan

From mobile phone to iPhone theft, certain parts of the UK remain infamous to be hot spots for getting expensive gadgets stolen. Although theft can happen to anyone anytime, authorities all agree that indeed in the United Kingdom, there are certain places where it would be wise to hide your Apple iPhone in your bag when in you are in public.

These certain places are where many incidents of gadget theft occur and the Ministry of Crime prevention is already getting alarmed. This is prompting law makers to pass stiffer punishments to those who perpetrate gadget crime, particularly Smartphone and laptop computer theft. I guess the saying is true that not all crimes are created equal. This rigid punishment must be because of the fact that gadgets like laptops, though small in size can create a great deal of suffering to the victim. Not just financially, but because many sensitive information can be stolen in a laptop that can be used in more serious crimes, hence it’s considered a heavy crime to commit.

Imagine if someone stole the laptop of your banker, lawyer or doctor? There could be some sensitive information there that could be used to blackmail other individuals as well. But laptop owners who don’t retain too much sensitive data in their laptops should be more worried about getting a new one if it was stolen. This is why it’s important to ensure laptop insurance within the first six months upon purchase. For prices that start at only £2.99, you can insure laptop protection against theft so you can get a replacement if it was stolen from you. To know more about this cover, visit our main site and read our terms and conditions for more details.

Laptop Thieves Get More Stiffer Punishments From The Law

Saturday, June 11, 2011
posted by Jordan

From mobile phone to iPhone theft, certain parts of the UK remain infamous to be hot spots for getting expensive gadgets stolen. Although theft can happen to anyone anytime, authorities all agree that indeed in the United Kingdom, there are certain places where it would be wise to hide your Apple iPhone in your bag when in you are in public.

These certain places are where many incidents of gadget theft occur and the Ministry of Crime prevention is already getting alarmed. This is prompting law makers to pass stiffer punishments to those who perpetrate gadget crime, particularly Smartphone and laptop computer theft. I guess the saying is true that not all crimes are created equal. This rigid punishment must be because of the fact that gadgets like laptops, though small in size can create a great deal of suffering to the victim. Not just financially, but because many sensitive information can be stolen in a laptop that can be used in more serious crimes, hence it’s considered a heavy crime to commit.

Imagine if someone stole the laptop of your banker, lawyer or doctor? There could be some sensitive information there that could be used to blackmail other individuals as well. But laptop owners who don’t retain too much sensitive data in their laptops should be more worried about getting a new one if it was stolen. This is why it’s important to ensure laptop insurance within the first six months upon purchase. For prices that start at only £2.99, you can insure laptop protection against theft so you can get a replacement if it was stolen from you. To know more about this cover, visit our main site and read our terms and conditions for more details.

 

 

Steps to Take When Laptop Is Stolen

Saturday, September 11, 2010
posted by hemant

As soon as a laptop is stolen, it is important that the owner contact the appropriate authorities to obtain a formal report.  This document is helpful during the claims process with a laptop insurance company.  A report also provides the laptop user the chance to give authorities the information they need to potentially find the culprit and have the computer returned.

  • If a laptop becomes the victim of theft, the owner should change all passwords and user names that may have been on the computer.  Identity theft is rampant these days and it is necessary to take every precaution to prevent it.

To begin the claims process that is associated with laptop insurance, an owner will need to submit the nominal excess fee.  This is a small price to pay for maximum protection against theft and damage.  To have full cover, you need only make the small investment of £2.99 per month for laptops worth up to £600 or £5.99 for laptops up to £1200!

Laptop Insurance & Reducing the Chances of an Insurance Claim

Friday, January 29, 2010
posted by hemant

Even though you have laptop insurance that does not mean that you want to actually have to go through the claim process. Insurance is in place to protect you if an unexpected event were to occur — but many insurance-covered incidents can be avoided – which makes your life easier and means no time without your laptop.

You need to make sure that there are no activities going on around your computer that would make it susceptible to accidental damage.

” You should avoid using your computer near a pool, beach, boat, or an overly crowded area.
” You should protect your computer from theft, which means that you should never leave it unattended.
” Do not allow food or drink around your computer
” Avoid laptop theft by carrying it in a non-standard laptop case – so it is not instantly recognizable as containing a laptop.
” You should be aware of your surroundings at all times.

The excess fee that is required is nominal in comparison to the full retail value of a laptop. However, this does not mean that you want to actually have to pay it, which is why you should have some safeguards in place.