Wireless Security

Did you know that someone could be tracking everything you type (including your passwords) when you connect to a wireless network or website? Did you know that your conversations on AIM can be read if you use an insecure wireless network? Connecting to insecure wireless networks or websites can be dangerous, and vital private information can be stolen by hackers. Even WEP keys for wireless networks can be broken in less than a minute. Fortunately, there are many ways to protect your information online.

• Pharming: You may have heard about how fake websites pretending to be banks can steal your passwords, but hackers can now spoof web services, such as AirBears or RESCOMP, and steal all information that passes through that network. Learn more about what you can do to protect your information.


• Encryption: Information from your computer that travels to the internet through a network can easily be read by hackers. Learn how to secure the information that leaves your computer.


• Wireless Routers: Routers are found everywhere these days, but they can be dangerous for your private information. Find out how to better secure your wireless router, and other tips to ensure that your private information is kept safe when using a router.