Physical Security Computers are small, high value objects and are liable to disappear from public areas. Within the campus, a public area is any room that is not normally locked. Obtain and fit security chains to the computer and the monitor. Suitable hardware can be obtained quite cheaply from many sources, including the MC shop. Record the serial numbers of all hardware and keep the list safe.
Suitable pens are available from many sources.
If any equipment is recovered, the police can then easily track down the owners. Some systems allow the owner to set a BIOS password and will not reboot unless the password is provided. If you do set a BIOS password, keep a record of it somewhere safe. Backup your data Backup your data Backup your data Suitable backup software and hardware for all kinds of workstation is available from many sources and is quite cheap. Get some and use it regularly.