Notebook security can be classified in to these;
Physical Security
1. Use cable lock to securely lock your Notebook with desk or table when you are away.
2. Record your notebook Serial number and manufacturing info separately. Register the notebook on manufacturer’s website.
3. If leaving the notebook in public places make sure its locked/logout/shutdown.
4. Consider a fingerprint security when you had to login in front of public.
5. If you leaving the notebook in car make sure its kept out of sight.
6. Carry your notebook in a professional backpack rather carrying in an ordinary notebook bag.
Operating System Security
1. Always use lengthy mixed character passwords for your windows. Other than windows passwords you can even put passwords for BIOS and Hard Disk. Notebooks likes Sony, IBM provides such high security options.
2. Disable Guest account and rename the default administrator account. ( Do not rename it to Admin)
3. Disable the last login user from appearing on the login screen
4. Do not use any tools which can remember your internet browser passwords.
5. Allow the operating system updated with latest patches.
6. Do not install any 3rd party softwares which can start unknown services and open unwanted holes.
Network Security and Secured Connectivity
1. Load industry standard Antivirus and Security software also keep the Antivirus updated with latest patches.
2. Keep the windows firewall on and consider good client firewall software.
3. Use VPN protections when connecting to secured networks from unsecured public networks.
4. While connected to a public Wi-Fi make sure the firewall is turned on to block un-authorized access.
Data Security
1. Backup and synchronize your data on a regular basis.
2. Use encrypting file system services to encrypt your hard disk data Also consider a full disk encryption tool.
3. Consider an external hard drive, DVD, or flash drive while you travel for offline backup.
4. Consider remote hard disk wiping services in case of stolen notebook to stop access to the hard disk data.
