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JiWire Unveils the Top Ten Ways to Avoid Wi-Fi Hijacking
As the number of worldwide hotspots explodes to 35,000, security recommendations help users make safe wireless connections.
SAN FRANCISCO, CA., -- MARCH 29, 2004 -- JiWire, the source for wireless broadband information, today released the top ten ways to avoid being hijacked when connecting to the Internet wirelessly.
With the number of hotspot users expected to grow to 30 million worldwide by the end of 2004 (Gartner Group), and the number of hotspots topping 35,000 (JiWire), now more than ever, hijackers have the opportunity to crack wireless networks and steal data.
Responding to the recent break-ins and the growing concern by those that use hotspots for communication on-the-go, JiWire?s editorial team has developed the following recommendations for mobile professionals:
The Top 10 Ways to Work Securely at Public Hotspots:
1. Make sure you're connected to a legitimate access point.
2. Encrypt files before transferring or emailing them.
3. Use a virtual private network (VPN).
4. Use a personal firewall.
5. Use anti-virus software.
6. Update your operating system regularly.
7. Be aware of people around you.
8. Use Web-based email that employs secure http (https).
9. Turn off file sharing.
10. Password-protect your computer and important files.
To find the full article and additional ?how to? details about how to avoid wireless hijacking on-the-road and at home, go to: http://www.jiwire.com/wi-fi-security-introduction-overview.htm
?JiWire provides essential information to the millions of users who are accessing hotspots around the world,? said Jeff Pittelkau Vice President & Executive Producer at JiWire. "Because security will become increasingly important as more hot spots are packed into the same geographic area, it's critical that we provide our users with information on how to work securely."
JiWire Adds In-depth Product Reviews to Expanding Content Offering
Reinforcing its commitment to give consumers access to information they need to make intelligent purchasing decisions, JiWire has expanded its content offering to include in-depth product reviews. Unbiased reviews of wireless hardware and software products will include selections of the best-of-breed devices in each category.
" By providing the most comprehensive product reviews available on the Web, JiWire meets the growing demand for information about new wireless products and services in an increasingly complex wireless market," continued Pittelkau.
The Most Comprehensive Wi-Fi Hotspot Directory Available Today
Through relationships with more than 400 individual Wireless Internet Service Providers, JiWire is able to offer users the world?s most comprehensive and up-to-date guide to the more than 35,000 free and commercial hotspot locations in 54 countries worldwide. Unlike other hotspot directories on the Web, many of the locations listed are personally visited and verified by JiWire staff.
ABOUT JIWIRE
As the market leader in breadth and depth of wireless information, JiWire fills a glaring need for a one-stop unbiased source of information to guide today?s technology adopters. With customers including AvantGo, CNET Networks, iPass, PC World, and USA Today, JiWire offers the largest international hotspot directory detailing more than 35,000 Wi-Fi access points in 54 countries. In addition, authoritative how-to guides, product reviews, and industry news demystify the hype and enable mobile professionals and wireless enthusiasts to leverage a Web without wires. JiWire is the first to aggregate an online hotspot directory, wireless industry resources, product reviews, tutorials and community services in one site. Please visit us at www.jiwire.com.
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