The following list provides many of the protection mechanisms that can be used to protect laptops and the data they hold. Which of the following is the most important?

i. Inventory all laptops, including serial numbers so they can be properly identified if recovered.
ii. Harden the operating system.
iii. Password protect the BIOS.
iv. Do not check a laptop as luggage when flying.
v. Never leave a laptop unattended, and carry it in a nondescript carrying case.
vi. Engrave the laptop with a symbol or number for proper identification.
vii. Use a slot lock with a cable to connect a laptop to a stationary object.
viii. Encrypt all sensitive data.

A.
ii

B.
viii

C.
v, vi

D.
i, ii, vi

Explanation:
Laptops and wireless devices can be stolen no matter what
countermeasures are in place. In most cases the data is the most sensitive component
to these devices and encryption is the best mechanism to protect it.