According to the latest crimes statistics released on the 30th of June, businesses and households are undoubtedly the largest target for computer theft. Computer owners are now empowered with a unique crime fighting initiative. This platform is not just a deterrent to criminals but also plays an active part in the recovery of stolen computers and laptops.
Companies and Individuals REGISTER their Computers and Laptops on www.itcrimes.com The serial numbers of components are AUTOMATICALLY retrieved and securely stored on the NICSD (National Independent Computer SerialNumber Database). In the unfortunate event of a PC being stolen, serial numbers are placed on the Online STOLEN database which is accessible to everyone through WEB and WAP access.
Stolen computers and their parts are detected and suspects apprehended through a network comprising of law enforcement agencies and other entities. Circulation of suspected stolen goods enables law enforcement to instantly match these goods to a crime. To date thousands of SAPS members are trained and equipped with specialized ownership detection software. The NICSD acts as an independent authority, provides all necessary proof of ownership leading to a SUCCESSFUL CONVICTION. The stolen equipment is then returned to its lawful owner! ITCrimes facilitates the partnering, educating and action in this initiative.
Holton & Associates , BitDefender's South African distributor, has pledged their full support to working towards protecting their clients pc's and laptops in every way by becoming an active roleplayer in this initiative.
"We've always been very concerned about PC security" says Grayford Holton, Holton's managing director, " but now we have the opportunity to work together with ITCrimes to take action against the theft and reselling of stolen PC goods in South Africa, an initiative we are proud to be a part of." To sustain the crime fighting action, BitDefender is offering to all its retail clients a special voucher that can be used on the IT Crimes website, giving them a code for 20% discount on this website.
"IT Crimes initiative is a very praiseworthy action of its kind" says Mihai Rusescu, Business Unit Manager of BitDefender, "and, as the security for the software installed on the PCs is our line of business, we are very happy that BitDefender and IT Crimes have joined forces for protecting the safety of the PCs in South Africa".
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ITCrimes has made it their mission to close the local and international marketplace for stolen computer equipment thus eliminating the theft of these items. The company has dramatically expanded since it went live in April 2006 due to its positive, highly publicized and accredited solution against CRIME. By partnering Government, South African Police Service, Insurance Companies, Second-hand Dealers and YOU the Taxpayer, ITCrimes have made it their mission to declare WAR on Computer/Laptop and Cellphone THEFT.
We invite all PC and laptop owners to take ACTION now towards a crime free South Africa. Visit http://www.itcrimes.co.za/ to register your PC.