Wi-Fi
Although convenient, public wireless connections are typically not secure. Your home or personal Wi-Fi system also may present security risks. TTUnet Wi-Fi service on campus is secured using industry standard and proven security practices. However, most public Wi-Fi available in retail stores, hotels, airports, and conferences are configured for convenience rather than security.
Public Wi-Fi precautions:
- Avoid using public hot spots for important transactions, such as transactions that require a login. You should not make financial transactions or use credit cards over public Wi-Fi
- Don't check your email or social media sites on public wireless connections, as you might expose your login information to hackers; and
- Be sure to log out when you are done
Home Wi-Fi precautions:
- Change the default password when setting up your home Wi-Fi
- Enable your Wi-Fi router's strongest security features, such as WPA2
- Disable remote administration (a feature on newer Wi-Fi routers that allows administration of the router from the Internet)
- Make sure your home Wi-Fi access is password protected because “drive-by hackers” or your neighbors could gain access to your wireless network, steal your personal information, or participate in illegal online activities that could trace back to you; and
- Be selective about providing access to your home Wi-Fi to guests
Cybersecurity Awareness Program: TTU
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Address
TTU Office of the CIO, Box 42008, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX 79409 -
Phone
806.742.5151 -
Email
cio@ttu.edu