IPFetcher

If you're worried about the possibility of someone stealing your PC, then you might want to consider using IPFetcher, a software program that has the potential to locate the physical location of your computer if it is ever stolen. The way it works is by sending the external IP-Address of your computer on a schedule of your choosing to either your email or a log on a FTP server, and it also sends it each time your PC is started up.

Because the IP-address is unique, the internet supplier of the thief who stole your PC will be able to inform the police of the exact location of your computer. In fact, you can even identify the internet supplier of your PC by just typing in your IP-address on www.geolocation.com, and you might even be able to see which area the computer is located in. However, the exact address cannot be known by anyone except the internet supplier.

The beauty of IPFetcher is that it runs as a service, so there's no need for you to log in. It's a small but incredibly useful program that just might save your day - and maybe even your other belongings. Overall, it's definitely worth considering if you're worried about the possibility of your PC getting stolen.