Dell Adds Anti-Theft Security for Notebook Computers

Dell Adds Anti-Theft Security for Notebook Computers

Dell and Absolute Software have teamed to provide notebook computer theft recovery services for Dell’s U.S. consumer customers. The move makes Dell the first PC manufacturer to deliver a higher degree of peace of mind by combining theft recovery measures with accidental damage protection. With the purchase of select DellTM InspironTM notebooks, customers who opt for CompleteCare Accidental Damage Service1 with prices ranging from $99 to $139, now will receive Computrace® LoJack® for Laptops2 theft recovery service, valued at between $49 and $119 This service is available for systems with 1 – 4 year warranties.

Dell’s CompleteCareTM Accidental Damage Service, available in most states, provides coverage for issues not covered under the standard limited warranty. These include spills, drops and electrical surges. Computrace LoJack for Laptops gives consumers additional benefits by providing security software that helps track down a notebook computer if lost or stolen and helps protect any personal data on the system.

“Losing a computer is costly, even potentially devastating, when you consider the value of the data and personal information stored on today’s notebooks,” said Rocky Mountain, vice president of Dell’s U.S. Consumer business. “Combining accidental damage protection with theft recovery service is a huge win for consumers who want increased security.”

Dawn Burnett, a student at the University of Massachusetts, found this out the hard way. “When I purchased my Dell notebook last year, I wanted to keep my investment safe and secure, so I bought both CompleteCare and the LoJack for Laptops,” Burnett said. “It really paid off when my computer was stolen from my dorm room. The companies came to my rescue. Absolute tracked down and recovered my computer, and Dell fixed the damage that occurred during the theft.”

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