Dell Offers Anti-Theft Security for Laptops

Dell and Absolute Software have teamed to provide laptop PC theft recovery services for Dell’s U.S. consumer customers, the PC maker announced.

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, the press release says.

With the purchase of select Dell Inspiron notebooks, customers who opt for CompleteCare Accidental Damage Service with prices ranging from $99 to $139, now will receive Computrace LoJack for Laptops theft recovery service, valued at between $49 and $119. This service is available for systems with 1 - 4 year warranties.

Dell’s CompleteCare 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.

Computrace LoJack for Laptops is also available for purchase as a standalone product on the Dell Software and Peripherals site for prices ranging from $49 - 139.