By accessing a wireless network, you immediately expose yourself and your computer to many dangers. These dangers can range from hackers who may try to steal personal/financial information, spyware or malware that can harm your computer severely, or malicious third parties who can harm your personal data. Risk factors especially increase when you connect to a public or unprotected network.
There are a few ways to secure your safety online. Wireless security is the prevention of unauthorized access or damage to computers using wireless networks. The most common types of wireless security are Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) and Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA). Both are password protection systems, WPA being much more secure than the outdated WEP. Other precautions include anti-virus software, firewall software, and password protection.
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