Computer Theft ? Protecting Data and Identity. Computers Articles | May 22 Real Madrid CF Jersey , 2008
This article explores computer theft and explains how some companies and organisations invest heavily in firewalls and IT security but neglect to secure their actual hardware itself from theft.
Everybody is now aware of the growing problem of identity theft; it is a huge global problem. All personal information is incredibly valuable to criminals who can use it to open bank accounts, get credit cards, loans, state benefits and documents such as passports and driving licences.
?
Whether at home or at work Neymar Jersey , people are now fully aware that the personal information they hold, from financial statements to health records, needs to be protected and we invest in shredders to destroy our paperwork and make sure our online activities are secured by firewalls and anti-virus software.
se due to many new Government mandates forcing the protection of people?s personal data.
?
However, all these measures are futile if the PC itself gets stolen; along with the hard drive and all your personal files and those of your customers. Yet it is estimated that a million PCs and laptops are stolen globally each year exposing personal details of hundreds of thousands of people.
?
Having a computer stolen also has a cost Edinson Cavani Jersey , not just the money you spent on buying it or the money to replace it. There is the inconvenience to you, your staff, your company, the loss of records and the possible loss of business.
?
Over just the last three years it is thought that 150 million personal records have been stolen Kylian Mbappe Jersey , that is twice the entire population of Great Britain. Hospitals are amongst the most vulnerable of places where reception areas or administration buildings are often left unattended. At the beginning of 2008, 88,000 people had to be notified when a hospital PC was stolen from Staten Island, New York along with all their personal details. In fact McAfee and Datamonitor?s Data Loss Survey Thiago Silva Jersey , 2007 suggest a data breach that exposes personal information on average costs companies $268,000 (£136,000) to inform their customers, even if that lost data is never used Paris Saint-Germain FC Jersey , a third of companies surveyed also said a major security breach could put them out of business.
?
And Britain?s Metropolitan Police force is now issuing guidelines recommending that companies: ?Anchor equipment to solid furniture, floors or nearby wall?and?store computer equipment within secure roomscabinets when buildings are unoccupied.?
?
But it is not just businesses and public buildings that have to think of computer theft. Home users are increasingly using computers for Internet banking and financial transactions, alongside the storing of personal files such as photographs. Whilst insurance will cover the cost of losing a computer and I?m sure you have backed-up all your files (haven?t you?) but what about your bank account details, conveniently stored on the machine for any crook to access.
?
Fortunately some companies have identified the problem and low cost PC safes have now been developed that can house PCs securely whilst still allowing users to access them. These safes are tamper proof and can withstand even that most tenacious of thieves. They can also be bolted to the floor or walls allowing computers to be left unattended in public areas and also providing ideal security for business and home users alike Juan Mata Jersey , protecting machines and more importantly the data they hold.
?
?
They offer enough amenities to make it a modern vehicle such as power windows, height adjustable driver seats, and a basic stereo system. Those who can afford and want a little more will probably be better suited with an LX model. While these aren’t luxury packages by any means they offer creature comforts like 16 inch alloy wheels, CDMP3 players Anthony Martial Jersey , remote door locks, full power accessories, and a few more optional items.
The EX package is the top of the line luxury model (excluding sport and performance models) and offers just about everything consumers could imagine. Those who are interested in something slightly more sporty, stylish David Beckham Jersey , or environmentally friendly still have options as well. GX models run of natural gas and have the same features as the standard LX models, and can be upgraded in a variety of ways. Those who want a sporty car can opt for the Si which also comes with an optional hybrid engine, though it lacks the power of the traditional gas engine.
Engines available include the smaller 1.8 four cylinder engine with a horsepower output of 140 and 128 pound feet of torque. There is a give speed manual transmission as standard equipment and a five speed automatic as an optional enhancement (if drivers view it that way). The natural gas engine is als