I always have a login password for my Windows 7 accounts. However, they are
very simple. I did it more for network sharing reasons. Not sure this is
as necessary as it used to be because of the Home Group stuff.
For security of stolen laptops, both Windows and Mac, I am now using a
different approach. I install Prey Open Source software which can sound
alarms, take snapshots from the webcam, track file activity, or just lock
all users out. When your laptop has been stolen, you go to their website
and report the laptop or device stolen. It then activates the desired
responses!
It makes me curious about the security of the people behind the website.
However, it is Open Source software and it was recommended by LifeHacker,
which usually considers thatt kind of thing!
http://preyproject.com/download?utm_source=Lifehacker+Newsletter&utm_campaign=87fd496cb0-UA-142218-1&utm_medium=email
Don Marang
There is just so much stuff in the world that, to me, is devoid of any real
substance, value, and content that I just try to make sure that I am working
on things that matter.
Dean Kamen
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From: "chris hallsworth" <[email protected]>
Sent: Sunday, October 10, 2010 9:24 AM
To: <[email protected]>
Subject: [Blind-Computing] Improving the security of my computers
Hello all.
I will be moving to a property very soon. I am thinking on the software
side to secure my laptop so that a quick thief can't just log onto my
desktop, for example.
I have seen with server operating systems that you are required to press
ctrl+alt+delete before you can log in, even though your account(s) may not
be password protected. I see Windows 7 offers this capability but it is
off by default.
Do you think this is a good idea?
All thoughts would be greatly appreciated.
Many thanks.
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