About Wireless/Networking: When Too Much Wi-Fi Is a Bad Thing

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Wireless/Networking Wireless/Networking Fundamentals Get Connected Uses and Upgrades From Bradley Mitchell, your Guide to Wireless/Networking Not believing the warnings about how easily private information can be stolen over public Wi-Fi hotspots? Wouter Slotboom has some stories to tell you. Coping with Wi-Fi Addiction - A How-To Guide Studies have shown many people aren't able to abstain from logging onto a Wi-Fi network for even one day.Are you addicted to Wi-Fi? Search Related Topics:  connect to wireless networks  wi-fi hotspots  Is Wireless a Health Hazard? Some have speculated that prolonged exposure to wireless network devices can cause memory loss or other brain damage. Potential health hazards have not been scientifically validated, however. In fact, using Wi-Fi is most likely much safer than using a cell phone. Introduction to Wi-Fi Network Security A consideration on any computer network, security is especially important on Wi-Fi wireless networks. Hackers can easily intercept wireless network traffic over open air connections and extract information like passwords and credit card numbers... . Search Related Topics:  wi-fi network security  home network security  How to Join a Wireless Network from Any Device If you're prepared to take the risks and understand the basics of making wireless network connections, joining a wireless network should be easy. However, special considerations apply depending on the type of device you're using. Search Related Topics:  types of network hardware  wireless network setup  Related Searches Wireless Network Wi Fi Networks Computer Networking Wireless Hot Spots Network Diagram Featured Articles What Is SAR? (About Cell Phones) Mastering the Use of Wi-Fi Network Security Keys Useful Facts About How Wi-Fi Works Common Reasons Why Wi-Fi Network Connections Drop Introduction to Different Types of Computer Networks Why Wireless Networking Is Good for You   More from About.com Sign-up for Shareables! An every-morning rundown of the day in history, headlines and trends produced by your pals at About.com. Please sign up it's free (of course), we think you will like it! Want More From About.com Check out our social page tailored to your interest! This newsletter is written by: Bradley Mitchell Wireless/Networking Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Wireless/Networking newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. If you would like to unsubscribe from all newsletters sent from About.com, please send an email to optout@about.com with "Unsubscribe" as the subject line. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com   Must Reads Wireless Router Networking IP Addresses + Internet Networks Connecting Two Computers Home Network Diagrams Home Network Setup Advisor Tool   Follow me on: Advertisement