The laptop might be compromised by authorities. Could this indicate the presence of a concealed GPS device?
The laptop might be compromised by authorities. Could this indicate the presence of a concealed GPS device?
Really if police wanted to track you, they'd put something in your car... or use your cell phone. Besides, they could find your laptop from software similar to how the pc/websites/etc know where you are (even if it tracks wifi hotspots). And even then there's no guarentee you'd have it on you at all times. Other methods would be easier and more accurate.
You're asking about why State keeps track of your laptop evidence, why people store electronics in washing machines, and why you're confused about it all. It seems you're trying to understand these practices and your own confusion.
I really think I'm a bit silly! Keeping an open mind would be better than being completely ignored. It turns out the shaking was what stopped the music, not just the rocking. Honestly, I should have checked more before just moving back and forth. *facepalm*
If you're in the US, it's unlikely your local police department has a GPS device that could be easily hidden inside a laptop. Local law enforcement typically doesn't use military-grade equipment. If a tracker is involved, you might be dealing with federal agencies like the FBI, DEA, ATF, etc. For highly advanced trackers, it's possible the CIA or NSA are responsible since they have more sophisticated hardware outside the US military. Unless you've committed a federal offense, you should likely be fine.
Is the HP smartprotect software active? https://support.hp.com/ca-en/document/c02502605 HP Notebook PCs - Use ProtectSmart to Prevent Hard Drive Damage This guide applies to HP Notebook PCs running Windows 7. Before relocating the device, HP advises shutting it down or putting it into Sleep/Hibernation. If the unit experiences a shock or drop outside these states, ProtectSmart will secure the hard drive to help avoid damage. The protection relies on built-in accelerometers within the system to detect movement.
People often listen to music while using closed laptops, isn't it? It's not something I've seen much, but it seems common enough. Some might work while keeping their devices on, while others rely on different setups. I'm just curious about this trend. Also, using an SSD is a good idea—it stays stable during movement and can improve performance.