I just got a fancy new 4K monitor from work but honestly, I prefer my old monitors. I've offered to send it back, but no one's responded yet. If I decide to use the new one just for gaming, do monitors actually have any tracking features? I'm a bit curious!
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Technically, companies can track hardware attached to PCs through inventory systems, which includes monitors. So, if your work setup is being tracked through something like SCCM, they may know about the monitor and its serial number. Just a heads up if you leave, they might ask for it back!
There might be additional software that tracks user activities, but that doesn’t come from the monitor itself. You should be fine!
True, monitors aren’t tracked directly. Just keep in mind to separate work and personal use to avoid complications. If you’re not using the work monitor, it might be a good idea just to send it back and get one of your own!
Yeah, mixing up personal and work stuff can lead to issues down the line!
No, monitors themselves don’t have any built-in tracking abilities. So you're good on that front!
Haha, I actually found a video showing how to spoof the hardware ID of the new monitor with my old one. Pretty funny! Check it out: https://youtu.be/X7JbOIHZNCw?si=2_Npbcad8j3rJgQa