Tech Tip: Traveling for the holidays? Keep your computer safe when using airport Wi-Fi.

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There are some basic precautions you can take when using public Wi-Fi, including:

  • Making sure your security updates are up to date
  • Avoiding clicking on suspicious pop-up screens prompts
  • Looking for secure site padlock icons on the left-hand side of your URL bars
  • Turning off file and printer sharing

 

However, one of the best things you can do to keep your computer safe when using public Wi-Fi is to use a VPN or Virtual Private Network.  When you connect to the internet through a VPN, your IP address is hidden and your search traffic is encrypted. Using a VPN keeps your identity and internet use protected from anyone trying to access the information on your computer.

To determine which VPN service is right for you, consider this listing of the best VPN services for 2019: https://www.pcmag.com/roundup/296955/the-best-vpn-services.

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