Popular Mechanics (South Africa)
PROTECT YOUR DATA FROM UNSECURED WIFI AND BLUETOOTH CONNECTIVITY
You have probably heard this before, but using unsecured WiFi makes your data vulnerable. It may be tempting to log on to free public WiFi, but try to refrain from using it. If you find yourself in a position where you absolutely need it, follow these tips for secure browsing:
1 / USE UNSECURED
WIFI SPARINGLY and refrain from accessing personal information such as bank- and credit-card accounts.
2 / DON’T DO ANY
ONLINE SHOPPING or purchasing where you’ll need to enter your creditcard credentials or other sensitive information. 3 / TURN OFF AUTOMATIC CONNECTIVITY so you’re in control of when and where you log on. 4 / REMEMBER TO TURN YOUR BLUETOOTH
OFF whenever you’re not using it. If you usually leave it on, the data on your device is open to anyone with their own Bluetoothenabled device. All they have to do is connect and they can access your info.
5 / CONSIDER INVESTING IN A VIRTUAL PRIVATE
NETWORK such as ExpressVPN ($99.95/ year), which offers 24/7 support and coverage across 94 countries.