Besides using a laptop security cables, you could take a cue from the laptop shelf displays used at retail stores like Best Buy, Fry's, CompUSA, etc. You know the ones that clamp down the laptop on all sides and hold the screen in place. Those things aren't going anywhere!
As for vandalism, the only way I know to address that on a laptop is to get a ruggedized notebook (Panasonic has several models). The keyboard stands up to abuse, they are often sand and waterproof, and the screen is hard to scratch. But they carry about a $1000 premium. I don't know why a laptop is required, but if you have the leeway, look into a kiosk system. You can use a standard PC with a vandal-resistant keyboard and display setup for less than the cost of a rugged laptop. Bonus tip: Check out SiteKiosk (www.sitekiosk.com) for software that will lock down the laptop (or PC) to web access only. -Mike -- Mike Outmesguine Corporate: http://www.TransStellar.com Wireless News: http://wireless.weblogsinc.com Wireless User: http://www.socalwug.org Wireless Book: http://www.wifi-toys.com Bluetooth Mods: http://www.bluedriving.com -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Michael Green Sent: Wednesday, November 24, 2004 6:05 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [SOCALWUG] recommendation request Is anyone aware of a product that will protect a laptop from theft if placed in a hotel lobby for guest access? My main concern here is theft or vandalism. Regards, Mike Green GreenLink Wireless
