Using public Wi-Fi at the airport or hotel is very convenient, but public wireless networks and hotspots are not secure. This means that anyone using the same Wi-Fi network could potentially see what you are doing on your laptop or smartphone while you are connected. Limit what you do on public Wi-Fi and avoid logging […]

Wi-Fi access points should have built-in wireless intrusion protection to ensure unknown access points aren’t being targeted. By requiring intrusion protection at all access points, you make it easier to spot an interfering AP or shut down rogue devices that might pose a threat. The network will alert your IT administrator (you) if necessary.

When you connect a computer to the internet, it’s also connected to millions of other computers—a connection that could allow attackers access to your computer. Although cable modems, digital subscriber lines (DSLs), and internet service providers (ISPs) have some level of security monitoring, it’s crucial to secure your router—the first securable device that receives information […]

Cellphone overheating is a real risk that can dramatically impact the functionality of your device. To avoid this issue, turn off your Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections if you’re not actively using them. Then, turn down your brightness, and exit any minimized programs running in the background. For help with this last part, you may have […]

Keeping a close guard on the password for your Wi-Fi network is a security best practice. However, if you’re having an outdoor gathering and you want to be a gracious host, you can still let your guests connect to Chromecast-enabled audio devices so they can select the music. While you’re logged into the same Wi-Fi […]

Anytime you enter payment information on a website, you should be extra careful, since that data could potentially be tracked and harvested by hackers. Before purchasing anything, make sure you’re on a safe network, as in a network that you own, not a public Wi-Fi server. As a rule of thumb, don’t buy anything online […]