Question 10 • NC-Foundations of Information Technology
A firewall helps protect your computer from unwanted network traffic, and checking that the hot spot’s name is legitimate helps you avoid connecting to a fraudulent network. If you do not need internet access, avoiding the hot spot reduces your exposure to risks. Checking your bank account for unauthorized transactions can help you notice fraud, but it is not a precaution to take while using public Wi-Fi.
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