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Crypto Leash for Laptops?

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

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

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

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

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  3. 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.