Abstract

A computer security apparatus is disclosed. In a departure from the art, a metal box having a padlocked front closure is used to mount a computer to the underside of a surface, such as a counter or desk top, in such a manner as to prevent unauthorized access to and removal of the computer. In a preferred embodiment, the security device of the present invention comprises a substantially rectangular-shaped metal housing having a top, opposing left and right sides, and a door hingedly connected across the front of the housing. Each of the left and right sides includes a rear flange extending approximately one quarter of the way across the rear of the housing and a bottom flange extending approximately one third of the way across the bottom of the housing for securing the rear and bottom sides of the computer, respectively. Spaced-apart clips are provided along one end of the door for securing the door to the front end of one of the opposing sides. A forwardly projecting flange having an aperture therethrough is positioned between the clips such that when the door is closed and the clips are in place, the aperture in the flange is aligned with a corresponding aperture in the front end of the respective opposing side for enabling a padlock to be passed therethrough, thus locking the door to the housing. A mounting apparatus is provided on the top of the housing for securing the apparatus beneath a work surface.