Recommended Security Practices for Business Travelers

1.
Use a Virtual Private Network (VPN) or encryption technology like WPA or WEP-enabling protocol to protect your data transmissions.
2.
Disable the file-sharing option on the operating system (OS) to prevent hackers from accessing your hard drive and your private data.
3.
Disable the peer-to-peer or ad hoc capabilities of the Wi-Fi system.
4.
Install and use a personal firewall. Visit the following sites to access free trial versions of firewall systems:
http://www.symantec.com/sabu/nis/npf/
http://www.networkice.com/
5.
Connect using only trusted, secure providers such as iBAHN, providing end-to-end network security.