On: Why I’m Having Second Thoughts About The Wisdom Of...

[njharman]

Is it really easier to crack SSL or break into Google's data centers (or hack Google's servers) or guess/crack my password or get hired at Google with intention of espionage/theft than it is to break the ground floor window I'm sitting next to and carting off my desktop?

Really?

The only thing that might be easier is for Google or the Government (via subpoena or collaboration) to get access to my data.

[requinot59 → njharman]

> The only thing that might be easier is for Google or the Government (via subpoena or collaboration) to get access to my data.

It is easier and it's a real concern.

Encrypt your disk and be smart in your choice of software: small fries are denied, and even the government is annoyed.

[requinot59 → njharman]

> to break the ground floor window I'm sitting next to and carting off my desktop?

if your disk is encrypted, the plug should not be disconnected.

[scrod → njharman]

You're assuming that the people who want access to your data don't already work at Google:

http://gawker.com/5637234/

[scrod → scrod]

Maybe if you mod down my comments even more this story will cease to be true as well.