Public Wi-Fi While Traveling

Travelers these days bring along their laptop computers, tablet computers and phones that are capable of Internet access.

Most make use of public Wi-Fi at airports, hotels, coffee shops and other places. But doing so can put your equipment at risk of being hacked and going to websites that can install malicious files into your computer.

Here's a few tips while using public Wi-Fi when traveling:

1. Make sure you have a Firewall installed and turned on. This will keep your equipment safe from malicious activity.

2. Have a good antivirus program installed and use it regularly.

3. Confirm the network name you are using to access the public Wi-Fi. Hackers will set up similar names to lure people onto their network.

4. Make sure the "sharing" function of your computer is disabled.

5. Avoid websites what store your information such as banks. Wait until you get home.