That small slot with the lock icon on many laptops is easy to ignore, but it has a practical security purpose that can make a big difference in some situations.

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One day, you might lose your laptop. It could be stolen or it could be misplaced. But if you’re reading this right now and you still have your laptop with you, the advice is the same either way: be ...