COMPUTER NETWORKS AND COMMUNICATIONS
NETWORK SECURITY AND CYBERSECURITY
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Try to see if its a secure connection.
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Just connect to the wifi
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Check if the station really does have a free wifi connection
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Today, most websites do use encryption to protect your information. Because of the widespread use of encryption, connecting through a public Wi-Fi network is usually safe.
Detailed explanation-2: -CERT-in warned public against using public Wi-Fi and suggested VPN (virtual private network) and wired networks instead. When you visit an airport or railway station next time remember that browsing internet using the public Wi-Fi hotspot or wireless internet networks may leave you vulnerable for cyber attacks.
Detailed explanation-3: -By using a VPN when you connect to a public Wi-Fi network, you’ll effectively be using a ‘private tunnel’ that encrypts all of your data that passes through the network. This can help to prevent cybercriminals-that are lurking on the network-from intercepting your data.
Detailed explanation-4: -Limit your activity while using public Wi-Fi. When you’re using free Wi-Fi, it’s not a good time to shop online, use social media or access your bank account or email. “You want to avoid visiting websites that save and store your personal passwords or credit card numbers, ‘’ says Lorei.