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Computer anti-theft system and method

US5995366A · kind A · utility

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20Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJan 16, 1998
Grant dateNov 30, 1999
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Expiry dateJan 16, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T70/50
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A computer anti-theft system for use with various lock devices includes a docking device and a computer engaged with the docking device by an interconnecting lock. A handle is provided for moving the latch to disengage the computer and the docking device. A first lock receiver is provided adjacent the handle for receiving a first type of lock for limiting movement of the handle to prevent disengagement of the docking device and the computer. A second lock receiver is also provided adjacent the handle for receiving a second type of lock, different from the first type, for limiting movement of the handle to prevent disengagement of the docking device and the computer.

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