What other alternative that government and people should think off or do to replace handguns for self-defence?

I thought handguns were pretty good for self defense. .357 Magnum has alway worked in my house.
Equality would be nice.


Answer:
Prohibition of violent video games such as Counterstrike because it made the Virginia Tech gunman proficient in shooting and irresponsible in using his skills.
Winchester 30-30.
Give me a Thompson if I can't use my 1911
Every house hold should be allowed to have a firearm.
Amo hidden in one part of the House. firearm in another.
Hidden from all except one or 2 responsible, sain , registered adults.
If the firearm is to be taken outside the home for recreation or hunting, That too should be registered., and enforced.
I like the mossberg 500