Public Wi-Fi: Five reasons you should never use it

In this article, we'll explore five compelling reasons why you should think twice before connecting to public Wi-Fi networks.

#technews #publicwifi #security #privacy #VPNs

https://techaeris.com/2023/08/11/public-wi-fi-five-reasons-you-should-never-use-it/

Free public WiFi all over the place:

I have to say it's pretty impressive what #willyTel have achieved with their broadband #WiFi #Mobyklick in #Hamburg and surroundings.

Thousands of access points on over 1.000 busses, at sport facilities, on the underground... And it's unlimited glass fibre for sure is better than in many homes 😎

#publicwifi

In this article, I address the issue of #electrosensitivity and examine the arguments for and against turning off #publicWiFi at night in two #German cities, #Wangen im #Allgäu and #ravensburg

#Medium #mediumwriters #WritingCommunity #writing #WritingLife #Writer

https://bastianoliver.nl/electrosensitivity-and-public-wifi-the-debate-about-health-risks-is-causing-controversy-in-germany-354091b16b8

Debunking Cybersecurity Myths

Cybersecurity expert Eva Galperin -- @evacide -- helps debunk some common myths about cybersecurity.

☑️​ Is the government watching you through your computer camera?

☑️​ Does Google read all your Gmail?

☑️​ Does a strong password protect you from hackers?

☑️​ Will encryption keep my data safe?

☑️​ Are all hackers bad people?

Eva answers all these questions and much more using clear language that's easy to understand.

Eva Galperin is the Director of Cybersecurity at the Electronic Frontier Foundation -- @eff

Rathedr read than listen? A helpful transcript is available.

https://www.wired.com/video/watch/expert-debunks-cybersecurity-myths

#Infosec #Cybersecurity #BeCyberSmart
#MoreThanAPassword #InfosecTraining
#DiceWare #Encryption #Passwords
#PasswordManagers #PublicWiFi #VPN
#EFF #ElectronicFrontierFoundation

A Playbook for Fighting Hotel Resort Fees /sp/ I hate when they make you pay for WiFi as though it's an added luxury.

https://www.wsj.com/articles/hotel-resort-junk-fees-dispute-8f6839ba?mod=e2tw

No Paywall Version:
https://archive.is/wip/meHTc

#Hotel #PublicWifi #Wifi #Travel #Vacation #Technology #Resort #ResortFees

This fellow, who tried to pwn my new iPhone at #UNLV #PublicWiFi is also a snitch for the Feds.

Debunking Cybersecurity Myths

Cybersecurity expert Eva Galperin -- @evacide -- helps debunk (and confirm!) some common myths about cybersecurity.

☑️​ Is the government watching you through your computer camera?

☑️​ Does Google read all your Gmail?

☑️​ Does a strong password protect you from hackers?

☑️​ Will encryption keep my data safe?

☑️​ Are all hackers bad people?

Eva answers all these questions and much more using clear language that's easy to understand.

Eva Galperin is the Director of Cybersecurity at the Electronic Frontier Foundation -- @eff

A helpful transcript is available.

https://www.wired.com/video/watch/expert-debunks-cybersecurity-myths

#Infosec #Cybersecurity #BeCyberSmart
#MoreThanAPassword #InfosecTraining
#DiceWare #Encryption #Passwords
#PasswordManagers #PublicWiFi #VPN
#EFF #ElectronicFrontierFoundation

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The WiFi Coconut is a router’s evil twin – It’s good advice to disable a mobile device’s auto-join to any public Wi-Fi networks https://gadgeteer.co.za/the-wifi-coconut-is-a-routers-evil-twin-its-good-advice-to-disable-a-mobile-devices-auto-join-to-any-public-wi-fi-networks/

#publicwifi #security #technology #vulnerabilities #wificoconut