Such situations can happen to anyone. You need to complete a project, download files, or track some information, and you really need to connect to some wireless networks. Whether you are at home, in your office, or traveling in an unfamiliar city, you know that the urgently needed free Wi-Fi networks are around you, but you don’t know where to find them. Unless you have Google’s Project Fi or Wi-Fi from mobile carriers instead of mobile data. So how can you find free Wi-Fi hotspots? Fortunately, there are some easy ways to find Wi-Fi access, whether you are at home or traveling around the world. Here’s what you need to know to track and connect to free Wi-Fi hotspots so you can surf the internet and do what you want. Rest assured! This is also Wi-Fi that protects your privacy.
If you know where to look, there are likely many free Wi-Fi networks around you that you just don’t know about. Places like workshops, living areas, or commuting locations. Many businesses offer free Wi-Fi, including popular destinations like Starbucks, McDonald’s, KFC, Apple Stores, and FedEx. If you are looking for a Wi-Fi network for commuting, you might know that buses in major cities provide free Wi-Fi for passengers. For example, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority in New York has long equipped buses and subways with free Wi-Fi.
In recent years, parks and other public places have increasingly been equipped with free Wi-Fi hotspots. Many airports, train stations, and bus stations offer free wireless network connections. Many university campuses, public libraries, museums, and cultural attractions have also gradually equipped free Wi-Fi. In many cases, you can check your network provider’s website or look for hotspots on a map. For example, if your home internet service is through China Telecom or China Mobile, you can search online for where these providers offer wired and wireless networks to find out where you can get free internet access.
Another useful way is to download an app that will help you find free networks when you are out of the house. When you go out to play or travel, download the WifiMapper app to find reliable wireless networks near you. WifiMapper claims to provide the world’s largest database of Wi-Fi networks, with nearly 5 million Wi-Fi networks and over 2 million recommended free hotspots globally. The app, available for both iOS and Android, can tell you what venues have hotspots, where the internet connection is reliable, and even show reviews confirming whether the hotspot is free.
Before connecting, you should change some settings. This is to prevent your smartphone or memory from automatically joining public networks. Additionally, it is recommended to take precautions such as turning off sharing, enabling your laptop’s firewall, and turning off the device’s Wi-Fi when you are not using it. When you use a free Wi-Fi network, you take on more risks. If sensitive information is involved, such as your banking details, credit card information, or financial data, you should wait until you are at home or in the office connected to a secure network. However, once you believe that the free Wi-Fi network you are connecting to is safe and reliable, you can also try it, provided you are confident that the free Wi-Fi network you are connecting to is trustworthy.
Editor: Chen Zhongsheng
Source: Zhongguancun
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