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Security: what to look for

In a shared room, a few simple locks protect your laptop, documents and cash far better than hiding them. Choose locks that fit your cupboard and trunk, and keep spare keys or codes somewhere safe.

Padlocks for the cupboard and trunk

Your cupboard and trunk are only as secure as the locks on them.

Check before you buy

  • A shackle thin enough to pass through your cupboard’s hasp; measure the hole.
  • Key locks need a spare key kept safely; number locks need a code you will remember.
  • Two locks: one for the cupboard, one for the trunk.

Skip or avoid

  • Tiny luggage locks on room cupboards.

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Laptop cable lock

Ties the laptop to a fixed point while you shower or sleep.

Check before you buy

  • It only works if your laptop has a lock slot; check your model first.
  • Anchor it to a fixed bed frame or heavy table.

Skip or avoid

  • Buying one for a laptop with no lock slot.

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Portable door stopper

A simple wedge adds privacy when a room’s latch is weak.

Check before you buy

  • A rubber wedge that grips your floor type.

Skip or avoid

  • Relying on it instead of a working lock; report a broken lock to the warden or owner.

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