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Security
Wi-Fi is everywhere these days – coffee shops, fast food spots, and airplanes. Wi-Fi, sometimes referred to as a “hot spot,” allows almost constant access to the internet without the use of cellular networks or tapping into monthly data allowances. Wi-Fi is convenient, but is it dangerous?
But it’s free. How could it be dangerous?
Connecting to a Wi-Fi hot spot can invite unauthorized access because the wireless network may utilize unencrypted, insecure connections. This could allow anyone nearby to snoop on everything you do online and steal your personal information. This could include your user ID, passwords, or personally sensitive information. In addition, connecting to Wi-Fi may be a trap to use your device to infect other devices or networks. Here are some tips for secure use of Wi-Fi:
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