Posts Tagged ‘Passwords’

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!

The Importance of Clearing Your Browser Cache

Tuesday, August 31, 2010
posted by hemant

Whenever you visit a website, your history is logged in your Internet browser’s cache.  The information will accumulate over several days, weeks or months, depending on your personal settings.  In order to reduce security breaches, it is recommended that laptop owners clear their cache on a daily basis.

By doing so, you can avoid the possibility of having your passwords stolen.  It also reduces the amount of cookies that are placed on your computer, which follow your every Internet-related move.  In certain cases, cookies can also track your offline activity, which is why your history needs to be cleared on a regular basis.

When it comes to protecting your computer, an owner should also consider laptop insurance.  This type of cover allows you to obtain necessary repairs or a replacement for accidental damage, water damage and theft.  In addition, you will receive worldwide cover for up to 60 days outside of the UK.  All of these benefits start from only £2.99 per month!