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Crypto Leash for Laptops?

Posted by michael on from the taking-my-vaio-for-a-walk dept.

timman999 writes "New Scientist reports a new device that will automatically encrypt all the data on a laptop when it is separated from its owner. It uses a small receiver and the user has to wear a transmitter on his wrist."

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  1. Forget the Crypto... by rbgaynor · · Score: 4, Funny

    Noble says the system would work well with a prototype computer wristwatch developed by IBM. This watch uses the Linux computer operating system and can communicate with other devices through the Bluetooth radio protocol.

    ...I want the linux powered wristwatch

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  2. Drat! Foiled again! by djm2cmu · · Score: 5, Funny

    Man, NOBODY will buy a stolen laptop if all the previous owner's data is encrypted!

  3. Exploit already found.... by Lawmeister · · Score: 3, Funny

    Pull a Bruce Campbell and cut off hand of owner... :)

    messy, and would elevate theft to a felony.

  4. Re:So if you... by digitalsushi · · Score: 5, Funny

    It sounds like you were done with it anyways...

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  5. I've got a better solution by Torgo's+Pizza · · Score: 5, Funny

    For all my sensitive information, I just use my wife. She keeps all my appointments, scheduling and list of chores for me to do in her head. She already has built-in encryption because as everyone already knows, there is just no comprehending women.

    1. Re:I've got a better solution by Tenebrious1 · · Score: 4, Funny

      She already has built-in encryption because as everyone already knows, there is just no comprehending women.

      Great, I just spit my tea all over my monitor. Dammit, when will I learn not to eat or drink while reading /.???

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  6. I'm asking this for a friend... by wo1verin3 · · Score: 4, Funny

    ... what would happen if there was quick back and forth wrist action (with the device being on your wrist), this wouldn't damage any of my sensitive business "mpegs" and "gifs" would it?