A lot of us don't think twice before connecting to that Starbucks or McDonalds Wi-Fi...
...but beware of impostors! Hackers love those popular hotspots and they are prime properties to set up fake networks which may show up first in your list of choices. Before you hit connect, be sure there is not more than one network available. If there is, it is worth your while to ask an employee what the network is called. Bogus networks are usually very similar to the legitimate one, so choose with care.
It's also a good idea to check the settings on your device. If your smartphone or tablet is set to connect to available Wi-Fi without permission, you're really at risk of malicious networks set up specifically to steal your information. Find the Wi-Fi section in your settings and make sure the auto-connecting feature is off
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