public wi fi

  • Spot the Scam: Public Wi-Fi Scams

    Public Wi-Fi gives scammers plenty of opportunities to steal your information.

  • The Hidden Dangers of Free Public Wi-Fi

    Free public wireless networks may come at a steep price—the theft of your finances and identity. Many of these public Wi-Fi networks lack strong security protections, making it easy for hackers to capture passwords and gain access to your credit card and bank account information as you shop or conduct other financial transactions online. To educate consumers about the risks and ways to protect themselves, the AARP Fraud Watch Network launched the “Watch Your Wi-Fi” campaign.

  • Maybe You Shouldn't Use Public Wi-Fi In New York City

    Or any government-backed Wi-Fi, for that matter.