The Alarming Reason You Should Stop Using Public Wi-Fi

"Logging onto and using a public Wi-Fi network for the internet seems pretty straightforward and harmless at the moment. After all, if you're out in public and need internet, it could be the answer to your prayers. However, there's a lot going on behind the scenes with these networks that you might not even realize, and they could actually be putting you and your devices at risk. This is especially true for public networks that are not considered secure versus secure ones."

""A secured network requires the user to agree to legal terms, use a password, or create an account to sign in. Secured networks with these login steps also have some added security features," says tech experts at "Unsecured networks are networks that you can connect to without any kind of password or authorization," they continue. "Also, they won't have protections built into the network to prevent hackers. Unsecured networks lack cybersecurity measures that keep your information safe. Therefore, you need to be very cautious about what information you are accessing when using an unsecured Wi-Fi network.""

Many people use public Wi‑Fi in cafes, coffee shops, and other public spaces when working remotely or avoiding phone hotspots. Public Wi‑Fi connections can appear convenient but often conceal security vulnerabilities that can put devices and data at risk. Secured networks require agreeing to legal terms, using a password, or creating an account to sign in and include some added security features. Unsecured networks allow connections without passwords or authorization and typically lack protections against hackers and cybersecurity measures. Users should be cautious about accessing sensitive information on unsecured networks and limit activities when connected publicly.

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