Wi-Fi Safety Tips

vaoinsight 11/21/2012
1 Avoid open (public) Wi-Fi hotspots when sending or receiving sensitive data over the Internet.

2 Do not use unsecured Wi-Fi hotspots or hotspots that ask you to accept a certificate that your browser or OS deems invalid or unsafe.
3 Use a VPN connection, if available, for secure access to your company’s network.

4 If you must use an unsecured hotspot, assume that any websites you visit or information you send over the Internet is visible to others.

5 Use the security features and software installed on your computer to avoid threats.

6 Make sure your security software is up-to-date.

7 Make sure the Wi-Fi hotspot you access is password protected and not available to the public.

8 If Internet speed is not crucial and nearby hotspots seem unsecure, use a mobile broadband connection if available.

9 If a website requires a username and password, look for “https” in the browser’s address bar as an indication the site is secure.

10 In general, use common sense when browsing the Web.

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