Public Wi-Fi and Live Video: Risks Worth Knowing
Short answer: Avoid logging in or paying on public Wi-Fi. Use your mobile data or home network for anything that involves your account or card.
Cafés, airports and hotels offer convenience, but shared networks are easier to snoop on.
Why it matters
On an open network, other people may be able to see which sites you reach or set up a fake network with a familiar name.
Safer options
Mobile data is usually safer than open Wi-Fi. At home, use WPA2 or WPA3 and change the default router password.
If you must use public Wi-Fi
Stick to sites that use HTTPS, avoid payments, and sign out afterwards. A reputable VPN can add a layer, but it is not a magic shield.
Also think about the room
Adult content on a screen in a public place is not appropriate. Wait until you are somewhere private.
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