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DepEd Warns Teacher Laptops Won't Work if Sold or Pawned
The Department of Education has implemented security measures to prevent government-issued laptops from functioning if transferred to unauthorized users. Education Secretary Sonny Angara stated the safeguards aim to protect the devices against theft and illegal resale.
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MANILA — The Department of Education (DepEd) has cautioned teachers that newly distributed government laptops will become inoperable if sold or pawned to third parties, as part of measures to prevent misuse of state resources.
Education Secretary Sonny Angara announced on Tuesday that strict security protocols have been embedded into the devices to ensure they remain functional only for their intended recipients. The mechanism is designed to deter theft, illegal sales, and other unauthorized transfers of the equipment.
The laptops were distributed as part of the government's initiative to enhance digital learning capabilities among educators. DepEd emphasized that the devices represent significant public investment and must be safeguarded accordingly.
The department has not disclosed specific technical details about how the security system operates, but officials indicated that the protective measures are part of a broader accountability framework for distributed government assets. Teachers are expected to retain custody of their laptops throughout their tenure with DepEd.