Ponemon Data Cited in CNN Travel Tips Column

The Ponemon Institute's April 22 study, The Cost of a Lost Laptop, was used by CNN.com writer Debra Alban in her recent Road Warriors article, How To Safeguard Your Data As You Travel.  Alban cited the $49,246 figure as the total cost impact of a lost laptop, as well as the nearly $20,000 difference when data on a lost laptop is encrypted.  Among the tips offered in Alban's article:

• Use Encryption
• Turn off wireless connection when not in use
• Use anti-glare filters to prevent eavesdropping
• Back-up data regularly
• Ask wireless service provider to wipe out info on lost mobile devices
• Connect via VPN whenever possible