I am buying a new Thinkpad with an in-built GPS/Cellular modem. I am thinking wh

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I am buying a new Thinkpad with an in-built GPS/Cellular modem. I am thinking what are the best practices for making the notebook secure in case of theft. I am planning to do full disk encryption and use ESET NOD anti-theft tracking option when somebody logs in to Windows in case of theft(don't know how useful that will be since the disk is encrypted but still.). I am thinking whether it is possible to track the computer when the computer is powered off. Would it be possible to keep the GPS module activated all the time as long as the battery is attached? Are there any other good practices for making the computer more secure in such events?

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First I kind of agree with there being little point to have a fully encrypted computer having a tracking system that is based on that the culprit having gained access.

Depending on your flavor, I could add using for example Kali OS, and writing down the password that destroys the encrypted partition on the computer could be an additional touch for the wicked mind.

For trackers, I can speculate about buying rather small ones (for example aimed at tracking your children) and finding space for them inside the laptop.

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