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News Today: Repair men access private & personal info. whilst carrying out repairs to a computer?
Question: Given that my passwords are secured in the password vault of my McAffe security centre.1. How safe would they be if I took my computer in for repair ? 2. Could they be accessed by unscrupulous staff ?
that kind of depends on how your operating system is set up. if you require a user name and password every time you turn on your computer, a very complexed password, then probably not. however, with enough time, a password can be reset and they would have access to all your data. most IT repair places are only going to dig into your data if a virus is invloved, and they'll probably let a adware or antivirus scanner do the digging for them, so I think you'll be fine. just to be on the safe side through, you might want to delete or back up anything on the computer that you don't want the repairman to see.
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| NEW SECURE LOGIC 20710 Digital Keypad Steel Wall Vault Gun Safe - Instant Access | | | US $89.99 | 15d 19h 9m |
| NEW -Secure Vault Select Personal Safe Programable/All Steel/Wall or Floor Mount | | | US $54.99 | 2d 7h 23m |
| SECURE LOGIC 20700 Steel Biometric Wall Vault Gun Safe | | | US $329.95 | 3d 8h 48m |
| Wall Safe w Electronic Lock Home Office Steel Vault Pistol Ammo Valuables Secure | | | US $105.99 | 26d 21h 10m |
| ADG Sports Secure Vault Electronic Top Load Valuables Safe Security New Fast | | | US $85.35 | 26d 4h 59m |
| Safebox Safe Digital Lock Adjustable Wall Key Digital Secure Bolts Steel Vault | | | US $179.95 | 21d 3h 36m |
| Boyt Gun Safe, Secure Vault brand new | | | US $90.00 | 20d 7h 18m |
| Secure Logic Post Mounted Mail Vault White 20321 | | | US $215.68 | 9d 1h 39m |
| ADG Sports Secure Vault -Medium Personal Safe 33083 | | | US $95.99 | 7d 23h 53m |
| ADG Sports Secure Vault -Low Profile Handgun Safe 33081 | | | US $116.87 | 6d 10h 7m |
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| Front-Load Boyt Secure Vault Mountable Safe - New | | | US $79.99 | 25d 8h 9m |
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| | Secure Logic 20321 White Secure Mail Vault $336.15 The solid steel construction and seamless powder coated finish make the Secure Mail Vault virtually indestructible. The massive steel mounting pole provides the necessary stability to withstand many years of active use. Once in place it s not going anywhere Great for people who travel or have vacation homes. Features:. White finish. Vault Style Design. Electronic Keypad Entry System. Large Storage Capacity. Easy Operation. DIY Installation. Built to Withstand Forced Entry. Designed to Withstand the Elements. Battery Operated. Outbound Mail Clip and Flag. Hidden BackUp Lock. All Inclusive. U.S.P.S Postmaster Approved. Keypad entry. Steel construction. Unique design. Hinged mail slot. Assembly Required. Dimension: 18 inches in length 12 inches in height 21 inches from fronttoback. |
| | Secure Logic 20322 Black Secure Mail Vault $336.15 The solid steel construction and seamless powder coated finish make the Secure Mail Vault virtually indestructible. The massive steel mounting pole provides the necessary stability to withstand many years of active use. Once in place it s not going anywhere Great for people who travel or have vacation homes. Features:. Black finish. Vault Style Design. Electronic Keypad Entry System. Large Storage Capacity. Easy Operation. DIY Installation. Built to Withstand Forced Entry. Designed to Withstand the Elements. Battery Operated. Outbound Mail Clip and Flag. Hidden BackUp Lock. All Inclusive. U.S.P.S Postmaster Approved. Keypad entry. Steel construction. Unique design. Hinged mail slot. Assembly Required. Dimension: 18 inches in length 12 inches in height 21 inches from fronttoback. |
| | Secure Logic 20323 Tan Secure Mail Vault $336.15 The solid steel construction and seamless powder coated finish make the Secure Mail Vault virtually indestructible. The massive steel mounting pole provides the necessary stability to withstand many years of active use. Once in place it s not going anywhere Great for people who travel or have vacation homes. Features:. Tan finish. Vault Style Design. Electronic Keypad Entry System. Large Storage Capacity. Easy Operation. DIY Installation. Built to Withstand Forced Entry. Designed to Withstand the Elements. Battery Operated. Outbound Mail Clip and Flag. Hidden BackUp Lock. All Inclusive. U.S.P.S Postmaster Approved. Keypad entry. Steel construction. Unique design. Hinged mail slot. Assembly Required. Dimension: 18 inches in length 12 inches in height 21 inches from fronttoback. |
| | 4GB CMS Vault Otg Secure Encrypted USB Flash Drive VAULTOTG-4G $35.27 4GB CMS Vault Otg Secure Encrypted USB Flash Drive VAULTOTG-4G |
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| | Secure Mail Vault Residential Mailbox $289.95 The Secure Mail Vault is the first truly secure residential mailbox designed to eliminate the problem of identity theft through stolen mail. The Secure Mail Vault has one of the largest drop chutes in its class, and has plenty of room for large envelopes and magazines. It is perfect for business or vacation, since a week's worth of mail can be stored safely. Security Features: Incoming mail drops into a locked area, accessible by electronic touch pad entry system. No more keys to lose; no more locks that can be picked; just an easy to use touchpad. The angled design prevents "hand entry" to the storage compartment. The interior door is recessed 2 inches and is secured by two deadbolts for maximum security. Construction Features: The powder coated galvanized steel body is rust resistant and made to last almost forever. It installs easily onto a powder coated steel post using the hardware provided (12" in-ground allowance). The outer door is utilized by the postman for out-bound mail pick-up. The Mail Vault's unique style adds curb appeal to any home landscape. Comes complete with assembly instructions, tools, mail box, mail box post, mounting flange, leveling device, and 4 AA batteries for touch pad. Overall: 12.4" x 18" x 21". Outer Door: 10.75"W x 7.6"H. Keypad: 4.25"W x 3.9"H. Compartment: 10.75" x 8.25" x 18". Mail Slot: 10.5"W x 2.75"H. Post: 46"H. 70 lbs. Total installed height is 41"-45"High. The manufacturer is currently out of stock of Black. We expect new inventory the first week of April. You may place your order now and we will ship it as soon as it becomes available. |
| | Password Vault Secure Electronic Password Storage System $30 Don't rely on your memory to keep all your passwords safe! This electronic password vault stores up to 400 accounts safely--in one place--and helps protect you from identity theft. With just one PIN number, only you have access to your info. The compact, easy-to-use storage system tucks neatly into a pocket or drawer. |
| | Ce-Vault-16G - Cms Products Ce-Secure Vault 16 Gb Usb 2.0 Flash Drive - External $141.08 CE-Secure Vault is a secure USB flash drive that instantly protects all stored data automatically with hardware encryption and a strong password. You plug CE-Secure Vault in and set your own password. This strong password is then the only thing that can give access to the data you store on CE-Secure Vault (password management is available with SafeConsole). By switching to CE-Secure Vault and replacing your unsecure memory sticks, USB keys and giveaway usb flash drives, you can start safeguarding your confidential data instantly. [LK5268] UPC: 096122047702 UNSPC: 43202005 1 LB |
| | Ce-Vaultfips-32G - Cms Products Ce-Secure Vault 32 Gb Usb 2.0 Flash Drive - External $236.95 CE-Secure Vault FIPS is a secure USB flash drive that instantly protects all stored data automatically with hardware encryption and a strong password. You plug CE-Secure Vault FIPS in and set your own password. This strong password is then the only thing that can give access to the data you store on CE-Secure Vault FIPS (password management is available with SafeConsole). By switching to CE-Secure Vault FIPS and replacing your unsecure memory sticks, USB keys and giveaway usb flash drives, you can start safeguarding your confidential data instantly. [LK5273] UPC: 096122047764 UNSPC: 43202005 1 LB |
| | CMS Products 1GB Vault OTG Secure Encrypted USB 2.0 Flash Drive $33.99 0.12 oz 0.30" 0.80" 1 GB 1GB Vault OTG Secure Encrypted USB 2.0 Flash Drive 2.66" 3 Year Limited 1GB Vault OTG Secure Encrypted USB 2.0 Flash Drive Lanyard Protect your most sensitive data on Windows-based systems with the CMS Vault OTG Encrypted Flash Drive. Quickly transfer and safely carry digital files wherever your business takes you. It's Ideal for all types of digital content from multimedia presentations to important document files. The unique combination of hardware and software based security on the Vault OTG gives you unprecedented access control and encrypted data protection on Windows-based systems. With the included CE Secure software, you can set password access control to the drive that utilizes 256-bit Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) hardware-based encryption. The Vault OTG is a totally self-contained solution the included CE Secure software travels with the drive, so there is nothing to install on the host machine. If lost, this advanced hardware encryption system will continue to protect the data in your drives secure Vault, even under the toughest conditions. CMS Products CMS Products, Inc External Flash Drive RoHS USB 2.0 VAULTOTG-1G Vault OTG Yes www.cmsproducts.com |
| | CMS Products 4GB Vault OTG Secure Encrypted USB 2.0 Flash Drive $44.99 0.12 oz 0.30" 0.80" 2.66" 3 Year Limited 4 GB 4GB Vault OTG Secure Encrypted USB 2.0 Flash Drive 4GB Vault OTG Secure Encrypted USB 2.0 Flash Drive Lanyard Protect your most sensitive data on Windows-based systems with the CMS Vault OTG Encrypted Flash Drive. Quickly transfer and safely carry digital files wherever your business takes you. It's Ideal for all types of digital content from multimedia presentations to important document files. The unique combination of hardware and software based security on the Vault OTG gives you unprecedented access control and encrypted data protection on Windows-based systems. With the included CE Secure software, you can set password access control to the drive that utilizes 256-bit Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) hardware-based encryption. The Vault OTG is a totally self-contained solution the included CE Secure software travels with the drive, so there is nothing to install on the host machine. If lost, this advanced hardware encryption system will continue to protect the data in your drives secure Vault, even under the toughest conditions. CMS Products CMS Products, Inc External Flash Drive RoHS USB 2.0 VAULTOTG-4G Vault OTG Yes www.cmsproducts.com |
| | CMS Products 8GB Vault OTG Secure Encrypted USB 2.0 Flash Drive $57.99 0.12 oz 0.30" 0.80" 2.66" 3 Year Limited 8 GB 8GB Vault OTG Secure Encrypted USB 2.0 Flash Drive 8GB Vault OTG Secure Encrypted USB 2.0 Flash Drive Lanyard Protect your most sensitive data on Windows-based systems with the CMS Vault OTG Encrypted Flash Drive. Quickly transfer and safely carry digital files wherever your business takes you. It's Ideal for all types of digital content from multimedia presentations to important document files. The unique combination of hardware and software based security on the Vault OTG gives you unprecedented access control and encrypted data protection on Windows-based systems. With the included CE Secure software, you can set password access control to the drive that utilizes 256-bit Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) hardware-based encryption. The Vault OTG is a totally self-contained solution the included CE Secure software travels with the drive, so there is nothing to install on the host machine. If lost, this advanced hardware encryption system will continue to protect the data in your drives secure Vault, even under the toughest conditions. CMS Products CMS Products, Inc External Flash Drive RoHS USB 2.0 VAULTOTG-8G Vault OTG Yes www.cmsproducts.com |
| | Free Shipping. Secure Logic™ Mail Vault - Black $308 In 2002 alone, Americans lost $48 million in damages due to identity theft. Protect yourself and your loved ones from the cost and burden of identity theft, with the Secure Logic Mail Vault. Unlike traditional aluminum mailboxes, this security mailbox makes it nearly impossible for even the most skilled criminals to penetrate. Mail is safely secured behind a dual door with a keyless deadbolt mechanism, while an angled mail slot keeps mail in and thieves out! Perfect for the vacationer, this electronic mail box is designed to safely hold several weeks worth of mail. The anti-theft mail box has an extra-large storage area that can hold stacks of letters, magazines and packages, with no problem! The ultra-secure Mail Vault is constructed of industrial steel, and available in black and white finishes to suit your home's exterior. Includes 4 AA batteries. What's in the Box: Secure Mail Vault Post Mounting flange Emergency battery supply pack Back-up key (2) Screws, bolts and mounting hardware User guide This item ships directly from the manufacturer. Product usually arrives in 2-8 business days, depending on destination, including order processing and shipping. APO/FPO shipping unavailable |
| | Free Shipping. Secure Logic 8482; Mail Vault - White $310 In 2002 alone, Americans lost $48 million in damages due to identity theft. Protect yourself and your loved ones from the cost and burden of identity theft, with the Secure Logic Mail Vault. Unlike traditional aluminum mailboxes, this security mailbox makes it nearly impossible for even the most skilled criminals to penetrate. Mail is safely secured behind a dual door with a keyless deadbolt mechanism, while an angled mail slot keeps mail in and thieves out! Perfect for the vacationer, this electronic mail box is designed to safely hold several weeks worth of mail. The anti-theft mail box has an extra-large storage area that can hold stacks of letters, magazines and packages, with no problem! The ultra-secure Mail Vault is constructed of industrial steel, and available in black and white finishes to suit your home's exterior. Includes 4 AA batteries. What's in the Box: Secure Mail Vault Post Mounting flange Emergency battery supply pack Back-up key (2) Screws, bolts and mounting hardware User guide This item ships directly from the manufacturer. Product usually arrives in 2-8 business days, depending on destination, including order processing and shipping. APO/FPO shipping unavailable |
| | The Club Personal Vault $46.18 Help protect your personal property while you're on the go! Secure your cell phone, iPod, GPS device, jewelry, and other valuables with the Club personal vault. Its portable design makes it perfect for hotel rooms, dorm rooms, and more. From The Club. |
| | T078220 - Cms Products 16Gb Vault Otg Secure Encrypted Usb 2.0 Flash Drive - 16 Gb - Usb - External $105.47 Protect Your Most Sensitive Data on Windows-based Systems With The Cms Vault Otg Encrypted Flash Drive. Quickly Transfer And Safely Carry Digital Files Wherever Your Business Takes You. It's Ideal For All Types of Digital Content From Multimedia Presentations to Important Document Files. The Unique Combination of Hardware And Software Based Security on The Vault Otg Gives You Unprecedented Access Control And Encrypted Data Protection on Windows-based Systems. With The Included CE Secure Software, You Can Set Password Access Control to The Drive That Utilizes 256-bit Advanced Encryption Standard (aes) Hardware-based Encryption. The Vault Otg is a Totally Self-contained Solution The Included CE Secure Software Travels With The Drive, so There is Nothing to Install on The Host Machine. If Lost, This Advanced Hardware Encryption System Will Continue to Protect The Data in Your Drives Secure Vault, Even Under The Toughest Conditions. [V26149] UPC: 096122044510 UNSPC: 43202005 3L x 4.25W x 0.5H 0.15 LB 0.03 Cubes |
| | SECURE LOGIC 20700 Steel Biometric Wall Vault Gun Safe $304.99 Drop Down Door: Allows you to install in compressed spaces Immediate Access When You Need It: Door Can be Opened In Less Than 2 seconds Protects All Your Valuables: Jewlrey, Guns, Cash, Small Electronics Versatile Storage Space:Additional Hidden Storage Underneath the Main Fabric-Lined Dompartment Easy Operation: Programs in Minutes (DIY) Do It Yourself Installation: 20-30 Minutes, See Videos Below Built to Withstand Forced Entry: Pry-Bar Safe, 12 & 14 Gauge Steel Battery Operated: Long Lasting 12 Volt Rechargeable Battery w/ Charger Hidden Back-Up Lock: Comes with Key for Immediate Back-Up Access Biometric Entry System: Can Store up to 6 Unique fingerprints & 2 PIN Codes Fingerprint must line up identically as to when the fingerprint was originally programmed Exterior Dimensions When Closed: 15.5" x 4.5" x 16.25 Exterior Dimensions When Open: 23" x 4.5" x 16.25 Weight: 25lbs - 11.34kgs Included In Box: Wall Vault (2) Back Up Keys Battery & Char Color: As Shown |
| | OGIO Vault M Laptop Messenger $49.99 Ogio Vault M Laptop Messenger features padded interior 16' laptop sleeve, padded tablet pocket, organizer panel, side beverage holster, buckle secure flap closure, easy access stash zipper pocket, rear magazine sleeve. Type: Messenger Bags Color: Carbon Steel Color Mapping: Black |
| | OGIO Vault S Laptop Messenger $39.99 Ogio Vault S Laptop Messenger features padded interior 16' laptop sleeve, padded tablet pocket, organizer panel, side beverage holster, buckle secure flap closure, easy access stash zipper pocket, rear magazine sleeve. Type: Messenger Bags Color: Carbon Steel Color Mapping: Black |
| | Pro Vault Billet iPod Holder $53.99 Pro Armor Pro Vault Billet iPod Holder Bones heal, iPods don't - Pro Vault™ the billet Aluminum iPod Protector by Pro Armor. This iPod® case provides a secure place to hold your iPod while driving your off road vehicle, motorcycle, boat or anywhere you want to bring your music with you, these cases and mounting systems offer options for a variety of off-road vehicles. The Pro Vault easily mounts to most handlebars, steering columns or any flat area of your favorite vehicle, boat or toy. Pro Vault offers a patent pending slide and lock system that requires no tools, screws, magnets or clasps to open and close. These protectors are for iPod 1/2/3/4 Gen, 30Gb Video/80Gb Classic iPod, 60/80Gb Video/160Gb iPod, and the iPod Touch. **Note: Mounting systems available for a variety of on and off-road vehicles, boats and motorcycles |
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Exciting Career and Life as a Security Officer
A security guard or security officer is, usually, a privately-employed person who is employed to protect property and/or people. Usually security guards are uniformed and act to protect property by maintaining a high visibility presence and observing (either directly, through patrols, or by watching alarm systems or video cameras) for signs of crime, fire or disorder; then taking action and/or reporting any incidents to their client, employer and emergency services as appropriate.
The security officer motto is to "detect, deter, observe and report." Security officers are not normally required to make arrests (but has the authority to make a citizens arrest) or otherwise act as police officers except in some United States jurisdictions in which the security officer is invested with arrest powers like those of a county sheriff. In contrast to the above mentioned motto, a Private Security Officer's actual primary duty is prevention of crime. Security personnel do enforce company rules and can act to protect lives and property.
In fact, they frequently have a contractual obligation to provide these actions. Security Officers are often trained to perform arrests, operate emergency equipment, perform first aid, CPR, take accurate notes and write effective reports, and perform other tasks as required by the property they are protecting. In case of Armed Security Officers who are also called Private Police Officers, are required to go through additional training mandated by the state for carrying weapons such as baton, firearms, handcuffing, arrest and control and pepper spray trainings.
One major economic justification for security guards is that insurance companies (particularly fire insurance carriers) will give substantial rate discounts to sites which have a 24-hour presence; for a high risk or high value venue, the discount can often exceed the money being spent on its security program. This is because having a security guard on site increases the odds that any fire will be noticed and reported to the local fire department before a total loss occurs. Also, the presence of security guards (particularly in combination with effective security procedures) tends to diminish "shrinkage," theft, employee misconduct and safety rule violations, property damage, or even sabotage. Many casinos hire security guards to protect the money when transferring it from the casino to the casino's bank.
Security officers also perform access control at building entrances and vehicle gates by ensuring that employees and visitors display proper passes or identification before entering the facility. Security officers are often called upon to respond to minor emergencies (lost persons, lockouts, dead vehicle batteries, etc.) and to assist in serious emergencies by guiding emergency responders to the scene of the incident and documenting what happened on an incident report. In case of armed security officers, often they are required to respond like police officers until situation is under control and / or proper authorities arrive on the scene.
Although security officers are a distinct type of personnel from either police officers or the military, in the United States a very high proportion of security personnel, including most senior management personnel, are either former or retired members of one or both services. Many security officers who don't fit this profile (young people in particular) use the job as a springboard into a police career.
Being a private security officer is by no means a lucrative endeavor. Most first line private security personal are paid a low wage which often does not reflect the risks they endure on the job.
Security officers are classified as either of the following
"In-house" or "proprietary" (i.e. employed by the same company or organization they protect, such as a mall, theme park, or casino)
"Contract," (working for a private security company which protects many locations.)
"Public security" or security police
"Private Patrol Officers" , Patrol gated communities. i.e. Bel-Air Patrol
"Private Police Officers", also known as Armed Security Officers
Industry terms for various security personnel include: Security , guards, agents, watchmen, officers, safety patrol , Armed Security , Private Police ,Loss Prevention Officers , Bodyguards , Executive Protection Officers . Other job titles in the security industry include dispatcher, receptionist, driver, supervisor, alarm responder, armed security officer, and manager.
Newer terms have been developing within the American security industry that tend to reclassify security personnel into three basic classes, as follows:
Security guards: These personnel, usually uniformed, are primarily responsible for the protection of property only and do not have a responsibility for anything other than basic visibility and reporting. Examples of security guards include night watchmen on construction sites, bank vault guards, and monetary transport guards of money and valuables.
Security officers: These personnel, also usually uniformed, are employed in functions that involve the protection of lives, property and the public peace on private property. Examples of security officers include apartment complex security officers, mall security officers, private patrol officers, and any security personnel that operate in an environment that includes a contractual obligation for the protection of lives and/or the public peace.
Security agents: These personnel, usually without a uniform, are primarily contracted or employed with a focus on apprehension rather than prevention on private property. Examples of security agents include loss prevention agents and personal protection agents (bodyguards).
Security personnel are not police officers but are often confused with them due to similar uniforms and behaviors, especially on private property. Security personnel derive their powers not from the state, as public police officers do, but from a contractual arrangement that give them 'Agent of the Owner' powers. This includes a nearly unlimited power to question with the freedom of an absence of probable cause requirements that frequently dog public law enforcement officers. Additionally, as legal precedents have further restrained the traditional police officers' power of "officer discretion" regarding arrests in the field, requiring a police officer to arrest minor lawbreakers, private security personnel still enjoy such powers of discretion largely due to their private citizen status. Since the laws regarding the limitations of powers generally have to do with public law enforcement, private security is relatively free to utilize non-traditional means to protect and serve their clients' interests. This does not come without checks, however, as private security personnel do not enjoy the benefit of civil protection, as public law enforcement officers do, and can be sued directly for false arrests and illegal actions if they commit such acts.
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