20 February 2008
A unique new method of broadband anti-theft security has been developed by a UK technology firm.
Virtuity has unveiled Backstopp, a new device which can block access or wipe files if the laptop it is installed on is moved from its usual place.
The device employs electronic monitoring of the portable computer's "heartbeat" via WiFi in order to fix its location.
Backstopp is anticipated to particularly appeal to businesses which store sensitive corporate information on laptops.
The £10 per month subscription to the service might prove too expensive for many consumers, however.
Chief Technology Officer at Virtuity Dean Bates said: "There are millions of laptops out there that contain valuable data."
He added: "The vast majority are not stolen for their data, but the [thief] will often come across the data and use it for criminal purposes - this solution prevents that illicit use."
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