By Cameron Summerson, HowToGeek.com, October 13, 2016 Public networks are inherently insecure If you aren’t using Android’s “Wi-Fi Assistant”, you should. It automatically secures unsafe public wireless networks by using a Google VPN, so attackers can’t access your data. Wi-FI Assistant was originally released with Project Fi, but now it’s available for all Nexus devices running 5.1 and above (in these countries).… Continue reading How to Use Android’s Wi-Fi Assistant to Keep Your Phone Safe on Public Networks
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TIPS FOR SAFE ONLINE SHOPPING
By Kindersley Social DON’T use public Wi-Fi for online shopping. You have no idea what the security settings are for free Wi-Fi, so the potential risk of someone snooping on traffic and discovering credit card numbers and passwords is very real. DON’T have your phone memorise passwords. It might seem convenient to have the passwords… Continue reading TIPS FOR SAFE ONLINE SHOPPING
Portal is the latest router that promises to fix your Wi-Fi problems
By Dan Seifert, The Verge, May 10, 2016 THE PORTAL’S TRICK IS THAT IT CAN RUN ON UNCLOGGED AIRWAVES The lowly internet router has seen a bit of a resurgence of late. Between Google’s efforts with the OnHub, Eero’s multi-unit mesh routers, and even Starry’s new touchscreen model, plenty of companies are trying to make your home Wi-Fi… Continue reading Portal is the latest router that promises to fix your Wi-Fi problems