Monday, November 11, 2013

Wireless Network Precaution


       Wireless network is something we all have been dealing with over the past few years. When I was a child and got my first computer we had to drill holes through our floors to go to the garage in the house to get all of our computers hard wired. Now that we have wifi(wireless networks) we were able to get rid of all the wires, plug the holes and make the house look good again. Wireless networks have many pluses but, there is always a downside to everything. The plus about wireless is we can use it everywhere, no ugly wires, and no hassle to connect. The down side about wireless networks is the security. Being within a wireless network it opens out computer information up. It doesn't just throw you info into the world but, it does make it easier to hack info.
      In order to make sure our computers are safe here are a few easy steps you can take to protect your computer. Put up a fire wall this will enable your computer to fight off the hackers. While you are in a public wifi zone it is s good idea to just brows the internet and not make any large purchases while in public wifi. It is also suggested that you do not use public wifi to do your banking. This information is very important and you want to make sure you are in a secure network before doing so. While you are on a wireless network it is also advised for you to remove you public share on folders, this is your information and you do not need other people snooping around. While on wireless networks it is important to make sure you take precautions.     

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