laptop security gadget

[Malibook]

A post in the North Coast/Sosua/Hotels/Europa section got off topic (what a surprise!) - and the subject of traveling with a laptop/notebook computer came up.

I'm leaving for my 7th DR trip in a day or two and ALWAYS travel with my PowerBook. My observations...
- First, I've YET to see a hotel safe that'll handle an average-sized notebook. I don't even bother asking anymore.
- Second, I HIGHLY recommend getting a special lock/cable device that locks into that little 1/4" by 1/16" slot on most notebooks (the one that most notebook owners never even notice). The best are made by Kensington.

Will such a gadget work with your notebook? Go to...
http://www.microsaver.com/html/2190.html
... to find out.

The cable on these things is usually around 6' long, and they're light enough to pack. I usually use the gadget to attach my notebook to a bed frame, closet rod, plumbing pipe or something else pretty much immovable by your average chica.

They run around $35 US. Are they for sure-fire theft prevention? No - but I feel better knowing that I've taken sufficient precaution to keep honest people honest. Hope this helps a fellow monger or two.

macmasher out

[Kevy]

I have one of these for my laptop at work. They are only as good as what you lock them to. So you have to search for something that is very sturdy.

[ChicaRider]

Hey macmasher - thanks for the tip - I may check that out... always nice to have the laptop along - if nothing else, for all the porno and music on the hard drive :lol:

So back to the question, if bringing it... Does BB, FoD or Europa have wireless access in the rooms and/or lobby?

[Kevy]

FoD does, but I do not think it is in your room. BB and Europa have stand alone computers with internet access no wireless. Nothing in your room. I was in Europa 4 weeks ago, BB could have changed, I haven't been there in a year and 1/2.

[ChicaRider]

Thanks kevy, I'll email BB and find out...

[gmalet]

Do they have internet capable phones out there?