University of Michigan - Flint

	A.	Write down the serial number and store it in a safe place at home.
	B.	Use a laptop lock cord.
	C.	Don't let your laptop out of your sight.
	D.	Back up important data before traveling.
	E.	All of the above.

The number one and best way to keep your laptop—and the information on it—safe while traveling is to keep it with you at all times. To protect the data inside your computer in case it is lost or stolen, use the built-in encryption feature in your Mac or PC and back up all important data before traveling. For more information on encryption, visit safecomputing.umich.edu/tools/security_shorts.html.