Public Wifi networks are not nearly as safe as you may think. Most of the public WiFi spots are inherently insecure, as hacking users’data doesn’t require tricky technical knowledge. Some of the tools are widely available and easy to use. Experts recommend the users to pay particular attention to their online security when connecting to Wifi in cafes, restaurants and other free public hotspots.
Take a look at the short infographic, that shows whether public wifi is safe or not. Also, read the article “All you need to know about Wifi security.”
Summarizing the infographic, to stay safe when using public Wifi you should use a virtual private network. If you are Mac user, try VPN Client. It provides a Free 7-days trial subscription plan.
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