IT Security Tip #13: DON’T use public WiFi until you read this

We’re all guilty of it: connecting to free public WiFi. Whether it’s at the coffee shop, hotel or airport, the temptation to check e-mail and surf the web is just too strong to resist. So BEFORE you connect to any free, public WiFi, make sure the connection is legitimate.

It’s not uncommon for hackers to set up fake clones of public WiFi access points to try and get you to connect to THEIR WiFi over the legitimate, safe public one being made available to you. Before connecting, check with an employee of the store or location to verify the name of the WiFi they are providing. Next, NEVER access financial, medical or other sensitive data while on public WiFi. Also, don’t shop online and enter your credit card information unless you’re absolutely certain the connection point you’re on is safe and secure.

Give Your Word Doc a Makeover with Just One Click

Words aren’t everything. A unified font and color scheme makes your document visually appealing and easy to digest.

Themes let you switch from one scheme to another. Just one click updates the look of your whole document.

To apply a theme, go to the Design tab and select Themes. Notice the previews in your document as you mouse over the choices, and choose a theme you like.

Shortcut of the Week

Did you know that you can run a web page or website from within Windows? All versions since Windows XP have this capability.

For Windows 10, click Start or press the Windows Key on the keyboard, then type the url of the website including https:// (like https://www.computer-center.com/) and press Enter.

Have an unfortunate co-worker that’s not getting a copy of the TCC Tuesday Tidbits? Forward them your copy. Or, better yet, have them sign up at https://computer-center.com/tidbits/

Submit your TCC Tuesday Tidbit requests and ideas to me by calling (608) 755-1524.

Sincerely,

James Pearson, President
The Computer Center
One Parker Pl, Ste. #655
Janesville, WI 53545
(608) 755-1524