Some of us love to travel. But how do we protect our data while traveling? Laptops and mobile phones should always be on VPN, if possible, when waiting at the Airport. When visiting coffee shops and other places with public Wi-Fi, make sure their network is password protected and use a VPN. Purchasing a privacy screen is a great option to prevent shoulder surfing. While traveling with a laptop to another state or country you should always take extra precautions. Your device could be stolen or hacked at any time. Everyday Hackers and thieves target unsuspecting tourists traveling with their most precious belongings.
Checked bags or carry-on? Laptops should be placed in your carry-on; certain devices can go through TSA, and you can keep it with you during your flight. Always back up your data before traveling with devices whether it’s the cloud, external hard drive, or USB flash drive. That way if it gets stolen you can recover your data immediately. Encrypting your drive with BitLocker for example, is another pro tip. Thieves can steal your laptop and pull data from your SSD.
Be aware of your surroundings and don’t leave your bags unattended. Use complex phrases and symbols as passwords and always back up your data in case the unexpected happens.