We are now a very connected population. According to a Pew study, “45% of cell phone owners said that their phone is a smartphone.” Nearly half of the cell phone users in this country are on smart phones, which means they are also accessing the Internet from their phones.
Most smartphone users access the Internet through a 3g or 4g connection from their service provider. Data can be costly though and these networks can also be slow if located in a densely populated area. So, when there is a free WiFi network available, people typically use it. Did you know that when you are on a unsecure wireless network you can easily be hacked? Follow these tips to keep your information safe and secure while browsing on public WiFi.
1. Download a VPN app on your device. When you are on the Internet, go through the VPN. This will encrpyt and secure all of your browsing. What exactly is a Virtual Private Network (VPN)?
2. Never access sensitive information over an open network without a VPN in place. Do not enter passwords and other sensitive information.
3. Turn on encryption if your phone has the option. How to turn on encryption: IPhone, Samsung Galaxy A quick search on Google for “How to encrypt data on a (your smart phone)” should return directions if your phone supports encryption.
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