The Risks of Travel Networks
Hotel and airport networks are prime targets for malicious actors setting up duplicate, spoofed hotspots.
The Golden Rules of Travel Security
* Always verify the exact Wi-Fi name with staff. * Connect your VPN immediately after connecting to the Wi-Fi. * Disable file sharing and local discovery on your laptop or phone.
Relying on Cellular Data
If public Wi-Fi is slow or unstable, use your phone's cellular hotspot, which has built-in operator-level encryption.