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.sygate.com/swat/products/shield_ov.htm

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.