If you have a personal computer or laptop in your home, consider adding a floater to your homeowners or renters policy. Some insurance companies may even offer separate coverage for home computers. Your portable laptop will typically be covered worldwide. Be sure to keep purchase receipts for all computer hardware, software, CD-ROMs, and related items.
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