If you travel for work or bring a MacBook^® laptop with you on vacation, you face the risk of losing the computer either through theft, misplacement, or some other type of mishap. This could be disastrous, depending on the contents of the device and the amount of time you have to replace the loss. To save you the hassle, here are some important tips for traveling with a laptop.

How to Travel With a MacBook Laptop

1. Purchase a Quality Laptop Backpack

A common risk you face when traveling with a laptop is damaging the device during transport. To guard against that, buy a high-quality laptop backpack. These have considerable padding to prevent the computer from bumps and jolts. They also provide plenty of room to carry additional equipment, such as the mouse, charger, and external drives. They also ride on your back, so you can keep your hands free to deal with tickets, keys, and other luggage.

2. Don't Check the Laptop

The device itself is a tempting target for thieves, and the information it contains could be irreplaceable. Therefore, the MacBook laptop should remain within your sight at all times. Do not check it with the rest of your luggage; keep it with you on the plane and when you leave the hotel. The only exception is if it fits into the hotel room’s safe; in such cases, it should be secure enough to leave behind.

3. Back Up All Data

Before you commence your trip, back up all important data on one or more USB drives. In many cases, the information it contains is vastly more valuable than the computer itself, so it's essential you maintain a copy. Carry the thumb drive with you, so you have access to the information if something should go awry on your trip. Consider making a second copy and leaving it at home for safekeeping.

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