Locking device for use with a projection lock and method for securing an object with a projection lock

This invention relates to locking systems of particular use in locking portable computers and similar devices. More specifically, the invention relates to a locking device for use in combination with a Kensington style or other projection lock to secure an object such as a computer system which is not specifically designed for use with a projection lock. A locking device () includes a first clip member () and a second clip member (). The first and second clip members () include a first and second clip base (), respectively. A first jaw () extends outwardly from the first clip base () whereas a second jaw () extends outwardly from the second clip base (). The first and second clip members () are connected together so that they may move with respect to each other between a closed position and an open position. In the closed position, the first and second jaws () cooperate to form a locking loop (). The locking loop () is adapted to fit through and lock with a locking feature () on an object to be secured. When the first and second clip members () are moved to the open position, the first and second jaws () are separated by an opening. This opening facilitates positioning the locking device () with the locking feature () to permit the first and second jaws () to pass through the feature () when moved to the closed position. The locking device () further includes a receiver arrangement () located on the first and second clip bases (). The receiver arrangement () forms a projection lock receiver opening for receiving a projection lock when the clip members are in the closed position.