Best Way To Get Back a Stolen Computer?

Posted by kdawson on Friday July 4, 2008 @02:26AM from the aiding-lawn-forcement dept.

davidphogan74 writes "I have some stolen computers checking in with a server we have (software pre-loaded), and I have full access to the systems. What's the best way to deal with this situation? The local police (to the theft) have been contacted several times and seem to be clueless. I personally have no financial interest in these computers, I just don't like atom-thieves. What's the best way to handle knowing the IPs, email addresses, MySpace sites, the Google login, etc. when working with law enforcement? The officer I spoke with (who genuinely seemed to care) didn't know an IP address from a mailing address, so I called others. Nobody cared. Anyone have any ideas?"

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Re:You have remote root? A few ideas :-) by eiapoce · 2008-07-04 12:13 · Score: 0, Flamebait

Simple: all. Firstly I don't buy used laptops from the internet. All the other items I might get there I ask for proof of purchase and/or original boxing (that also comes useful for warranty). Convenience of ebay ends there, no proof and it's better to buy a brand new item from a real shop and get a full warranty in the process...
Also by my standards the hypotetical ass who handles those STOLEN computers deserves electrocution. If you don't agree I hope yours get nicked soon and sold on ebay.