Commonly, most people use Wi-Fi at home to enjoy a good internet connection on their cell phones and other electronic devices. The problem, and by force of habit, they forget to deactivate it once out of the home. However, this omission can cost you dearly. If you want to better protect your data, you must imperatively take the reflex to always deactivate the Wi-Fi of your Smartphone when you leave the house. Why is this gesture essential for your own safety? We explain to you.
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Why do I need to turn off Wi-Fi outdoors?
Many people are unaware of this, but it is strongly advised to only use WiFi service at home. Outside the home, it is recommended to use only mobile data. However, most users have become accustomed to requesting Wi-Fi from the various places where they are outdoors, without realizing that this can endanger the security of their device. The Spanish Cybersecurity Institute (INCIBE) rightly recommends avoiding connecting your mobile phone to open WiFi networks in public places. For the simple reason that this service is generally not secure: it is very vulnerable and turns out to be a perfect target for attacks by cybercriminals. You thus take the risk of having some private information stolen from your mobile.
So you should always keep in mind that it is risky to connect to public Wi-Fi, especially while surfing the net and entering various websites. When you connect from an unknown source, you greatly facilitate access to your Smartphone’s data: you are then likely to be the victim of the intrusion of malicious software which will install itself on your device without your knowledge.
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But then how can you benefit from a suitable connection outside your home? An interesting option is available to you: you have to use the portable 4G/3G router. It uses the available mobile network to allow you to connect to the Internet anywhere. It is a very convenient service, especially when you go on a trip and want to stay connected at all times. Important advantage: the 4G router allows you to connect several devices at the same time. It works with a SIM card and offers a Wi-Fi network to connect both the Smartphone and the tablet or laptop.
As a bonus, mobile routers usually come with a built-in battery that provides hours of battery life. This way, you won’t need to worry about charging your device at a power grid. An ideal option when traveling, for example, by train or bus.
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What are the advantages of portable 4G router?
- This Secure Wi-Fi feature allows you to browse the Internet safely, even when using unsecured public Wi-Fi networks. It offers greater protection by encrypting web traffic and blocking tracking applications. This security is mainly provided by access control and a firewall.
- Like fiber optics, the 4G router is a small mobile box that allows you to connect several devices simultaneously.
- It is especially beneficial in “white areas” where there is almost no way to connect to the Internet, due to the lack of ADSL connection or fiber optics. Thanks to its wide coverage, you will avoid annoyances when the signal is very weak in certain places.
- With its high-speed access, the 4G wireless router allows you to have a reliable and fluid connection anywhere and at any time.
- It is very ergonomic, easily transportable and slips easily into the bag, in the same way as the mobile phone.
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