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As Americans ramp up their planning for summer travel season, so is the risk of hackers infiltrating hotel Wi-Fi networks to steal guests' passwords and other sensitive information. When you log into the hotel's network, the Federal Trade Commission warns, you might get a pop-up for a software update. In fact, the pop-up is a scam: If you click to accept the download, you unknowingly load software designed to damage your computer or steal your information.
For more information about where you're at risk, read "Your Secrets Aren't Safe."
If you decide to use a public Wi-Fi network, protect yourself by taking these precautions:
It's hard to break the habit of going online. But you might just have a more relaxed vacation if you key an eye on your Internet use. Certainly, you'll have a safer one.
—Catherine Fredman
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