Using a wireless network has advantages of not having to sit at a desktop and having wireless connection everywhere. It is a great way to be on the computer but there are security problems. To protect your computer at home make sure you have up to date anti virus protection. You can enable WEP or WPA to prevent intruders from accessing your computer and installing a virus or worm into it. Make sure the grouter you choose has a firewall on it, because it makes it harder for someone to hack your computer. If you disable your SSID no one can access your network, therefore not having access to your computer either.
When protecting yourself at a public area you need to have the proper software. When in public it means you can log onto any wireless network and share that network with others. If you are sharing the network it makes it easier for someone to access your information or someone sending a virus to your computer.Do not give out any information while on this network, like your social security number.
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