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Bringing laptop to school

Discussion in 'Trucking Schools and CDL Training Forum' started by elusive1, Aug 27, 2010.

  1. Aug 27, 2010 #1
    elusive1

    elusive1 Light Load Member

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    Anyone else take their laptops with them when they attended a school away from home? I'll be staying in a hotel and wanted some entertainment, but I'm leery about having to keep it secure when I'm not around/in class.

    Advice?
     
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  3. Aug 27, 2010 #2
    Roadrealtor

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    I have stayed in many hotels with a laptop and never had a problem. If you have serious concerns, try some of the big box stores for a lock. Then lock it to a bed frame or the rails on a closet shelf.

    But seriously, you shouldn't have had a problem.
     
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  4. Aug 27, 2010 #3
    chompi

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    I have always carried my laptop with me. I guess it depends what hotel you are in staying in, but overall I would not be concerned. I have stayed in some pretty rough ones and never had a problem. Just keep it on your top things to grab if you have to make a dash list! Since you have your laptop with you, you can tell us all about your adventure! Good luck!
     
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  5. Aug 27, 2010 #4
    Gitty

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    Yeah get a bike cable and lock it up. also password protect it so if some did swipe it they couldn't do anything with it. Good Luck!!!
     
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  7. Aug 28, 2010 #5
    Roadrealtor

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    Better clear out that history file too...don't want to leave a trail of where you've been:biggrin_25525:
     
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  8. Sep 1, 2010 #6
    elusive1

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    Thanks everyone! I am currently writing from the laptop that I brought here to the hotel. Started my first week at Swift Academy a few days ago. I'll start another thread soon about my experiences and progress :)
     
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  9. Sep 1, 2010 #7
    Smurfette

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    Yes do keep us posted. Its always nice to hear about how other Newbies are doing. I cant wait to get out of here and start my Trucking adventure.
     
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  10. Sep 28, 2010 #8
    walstib

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    I'm definitely bringing mine so me and the mrs can SKYPE each other every day!...I also want it to store pictures I'll download from digi-cam for her to see...
     
    walstib, Sep 28, 2010
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