Universal Security Vector
Digital Nomad Asset & Workstation Hygiene
Protect your laptop, credentials, and livelihood while working remotely.
Core Operating Rule: Never leave laptop unattended in a public venue—even for a 30-second restroom break. Always pack it into your daypack.
Step-by-Step
The Universal Action Protocol
Four deterministic steps to execute whenever you face this transition.
1
Cafe Positioning
Sit facing the entrance door with your back to a solid wall. Never sit roadside or by open patio walkways where scooters can snatch items.
2
Public Network Lockdown
Never connect to cafe Wi-Fi without active VPN or encrypted DNS. Use personal phone hotspot for sensitive banking operations.
3
Hardware 2FA Key Redundancy
Carry a primary YubiKey on your keychain and store an identical backup YubiKey + paper recovery codes in your luggage.
4
Full Disk Encryption
Ensure FileVault (macOS) or BitLocker (Windows) is active, with a strict 2-minute sleep lock and find-my-device remote wipe enabled.
City Directory
Asset Security Guides by Destination
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