How to Recover a Lost or Stolen Laptop

It should come as no surprise to learn that laptops are prime targets for thieves. But it may surprise you to learn that every year thousands of PCs just plain get lost, having been left behind in taxis, airplanes, and the like. And let's face it: A lost or stolen laptop can be a disaster, not just from a financial standpoint, but also because of the critical data it contains.

PC World shows you how to protect both your PC and your data. You'll learn to track your hardware with ID tags and recovery software, back up and encrypt your data, and even educate your employees in the ways of safe travel. Any tips of your own to add? You know where: the Comments! Photo by speedy2.