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How do I clean gum from a leather laptop case?

From Catherine Roseberry, for About.com

Question: How do I clean gum from a leather laptop case?
Answer: Warm up the area with the gum slowly using a hair dryer. Use a clean white cloth to gently rub away the excess gum. Once all the gum has been removed, anything left should be cleaned like it was grease.
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