From: Mike N. 


http://www.infoworld.com/article/06/08/10/HNlaptopschecked_1.html

"new security measures in the U.K. could mean an increased chance of
theft or damage to laptops and devices that must be checked and not carried
on. "

"But a laptop faces other in-flight challenges, even if it isn't lost.
Baggage handlers aren't kind to luggage, and notebook computers could be
vulnerable to fatal bumps and tumbles"

   It's almost as though I will be consigned to travelling by ship or car
in the future.  Let's see... I put my laptop in my checked luggage and the
checked luggage must be unlocked.    Chances of a laptop making it to the
other end and working?  10-30%.     Rental at the other end may be another
option to consider.

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