When we talk about computers and above all of Internet, it is essential that we guarantee our safety, the fullfilment of security requirements of our data and of course our integrity. For that reason today we are going to give some safety tips for Wi-Fi connections administrations.
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The dangers of public Wi-Fi connections
It is common for us to be traveling and look for any type of public Wi-Fi connection whether to get in touch with our family and friends or directly to check email, carry out any type of consultation via Internet, hire a ticket, look for a rental vehicle, etc.
The problem is that we do not realize that many times, when we connect to this type of networks, what we are doing is sharing information and leaving a door open so that other users of said network can have access to data that We would not like to reveal.
For this reason it is important that we learn the following security advice that can save us more than one scare.
Stay secure with public Wi-Fi connections
Below we indicate some of the aspects that we must take care of in case of connecting to public Wi-Fi connections.
Do not share files on the Internet
The first recommendation is that we deactivate the options that allow share files over the Internet with other teams.
To do this we will go to the Control Panel and access the section “Network and Internet”. Later we move on to “Center network and sharing” and we will proceed to deactivate all the options related to the public networks.
However, it is important to keep in mind that when we connect to a new network, we will automatically be asked if it is a public or private connection, so we should not answer without looking closely.
Activate authentication
Another smart way to protect information is to make use of the two step verification in all those places where it is available.
This system is fantastic because, even if the criminal knows our password, he will not be able to overcome both safety barriers.
Use a secure HTTPS connection
Of course, when we browse the Internet through a public Wi-Fi network, it is essential that we make use of the HTTPS connection.
In this way we can surf safely, although we must bear in mind that this option is not available on all pages, so we must take extreme precautions.
Create a virtual private network
Another interesting option is to use a VPN through which we can create a virtual private network. This system will considerably increase our security and prevent unwanted access.
In addition to following all these concepts, it is essential that we make use of our common sense, thus avoiding carrying out activities that could endanger our integrity, such as the fact of consult our electronic banking over a public Wi-Fi network, since there are things that are better to do while keeping the maximum security.
Industrial Engineering student and lover of writing and technology, for several years I have participated in various pages with the aim of always keeping myself informed of the latest trends and contributing my grain of sand in this immense dissemination network that we know as the Internet.
