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securing your
mobile phone

mobile devices are an amazing way to communicate and complete activities, however, they are not always protected from security breaches. if a cyber criminal gains control of your device, they can easily gain control of its data. third party apps and the delay of software updates can be dangerous as well.

 to keep your mobile device secure:

1. lock your phone with a password or some detection
2. encrypt and back up phone data
3. avoid third party apps and and avoid jailbreaking
4. update software and operating systems frequently
5. download an anti malware to detect malicious activity 

securing your
wireless network

almost everyone nowadays have a device that is connected to a wireless network. internet connected devices can be used to collect personal information or steal identities. whether it is piggybacking, unauthorized computer access, or shoulder surfing, there is always potential for exploitation.

to keep your wireless network secure:

1. change default passwords and restrict access 
2. encrypt the data on your network
3. use file sharing carefully
4. update access point and antivirus softwares
5. connect using a virtual private network (VPN)

securing your mobile device. take a look.

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securing your network. take a look.

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sources:
https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ncas/tips/ST05-003
https://www.sans.org/security-awareness-training/ouch-newsletter/2018/securing-your-mobile-devices
 https://blog.malwarebytes.com/101/2016/09/top-10-ways-to-secure-your-mobile-phone/