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Summer is a time for fun and relaxation, not tech-related stress. To ensure your devices are safe from cybersecurity threats and weather-related issues, we’ve compiled some essential tips.
Protecting Your Devices While Traveling
Your summer adventures are too valuable to risk. Here’s how to protect your technology from cyberthreats:
Update Before You Go
Ensure all your software is up-to-date before you head out. Updates fix vulnerabilities that hackers could exploit and help you avoid using unsecured hotel Wi-Fi or wasting mobile data on updates.
Avoid Public Wi-Fi
Assume public networks are compromised. If you must use them, stick to secure websites (look for https in the URL), use a virtual private network (VPN), and never share sensitive information.
Backup Your Data
Always back up your data before traveling. Sync your mobile data with another device to safeguard against loss, theft, or damage.
Utilize Tracking Features
Modern devices often have built-in tracking features. Enable these to locate your device if it is lost or stolen.
Keeping Your Devices Cool
Hot weather can be tough on technology. Follow these tips to keep your devices cool:
Ensure Proper Ventilation
Give your devices a few inches of breathing room and clear vents to help internal cooling systems work efficiently.
Avoid Direct Sunlight
Keep devices out of direct sunlight and, if possible, in a cool environment with a fan or air conditioning. Lower levels of your home are often cooler.
Keep Devices Clean
Dust and debris can clog fans and vents, reducing cooling efficiency. To maintain proper airflow, regularly clean your devices with compressed air.
Power Down if Overheating
If a device overheats, turn it off and disconnect the power. Wait for it to cool before turning it back on. Use the tips above to prevent future overheating.
Stay tuned for more insights and tips to manage your technology better. Return to our blog soon.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Rafiq Masri
With over 25 years of experience in Information Technology, Rafiq is one of the most accomplished, versatile and certified engineer in the field. He has spent the past 2 ½ decades administering and supporting a wide range of clients and has helped position Network Management, Inc. as a leader in the IT Managed Services space.
Rafiq has built a reputation for designing, building and supporting top notch IT infrastructures to match the business objectives and goals of his clients.
Embracing the core values of integrity, innovation, and reliability, Rafiq has a very loyal client base with some customer relationships dating back 20+ years.
Rafiq holds a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan and has completed graduate programs in Software Engineering and Business at Harvard and George Mason University. Rafiq is a former founder and CEO of Automation, Inc. in Ann Arbor, Michigan as well as a valued speaker on entrepreneurship and technology at industry events such as ExpoTech and others.