Cyber-Safe Summer Travel Tips: On-the-Go Device Protection

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Have you ever wondered how to keep your data and devices secure while you're traveling for work or vacation?
This episode of the Bee Cyber Fit podcast has you covered!
We're talking all things secure summer travel:

▶️ hidden risks lurking on public Wi-Fi networks in hotels, airports, and other places
▶️ important tips to safeguard your devices when you're on the go
▶️ leaving behind high-risk data you don't need on your trip
▶️ why you need to use a Virtual Private Network (VPN) as a digital shield
▶️ why using public computers might expose you to unauthorized access

Ready for practical advice for protecting your gadgets? We discuss never leaving them unattended in your hotel room and using strong passwords and biometrics.
Plus, several secure summer travel basics:

▶️ learning how to verify travel booking websites
▶️ avoiding too-good-to-be-true deals
▶️ staying vigilant against phishing emails
▶️ getting the scoop on our buzzword of the day RFID (Radio Frequency Identification)

Safe summer travel is all about taking proactive steps before you leave. It helps ensure your cyber safety while you're away.
Listen in and share these practical tips with your friends and family.
Calls to Action:
1. Complete our self-paced trivia game on secure travel to test your knowledge.
2. Visit our Yale Travel Securely webpage for more tips to protect your data and secure your devices.
3. Pack light but travel smart this summer! Read our tips in the Summer Bee Cyber Fit newsletter.

Learn more about Yale Cybersecurity Awareness at cybersecurity.yale.edu/awareness
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