Summer is here and that usually means vacation time for many folks looking forward to a change of scenery.  Whether by plane, train, or on the road planning is the key to a successful trip. In the hectic race to get packed and ready to leave sometimes our electronic devices need charging. Cyber-thieves, always looking for an opportunity to steal information, have devised a system called “juice jacking” that allows them access to your data via public charging stations. The FCC is advising folks to avoid using public USB ports because they may be infected with malware that can infect your devices. Here a a few tips on how to protect yourself while traveling.

Use an AC power outlet, car chargers, and your own charging cables.

Invest in a small battery pack. They vary in size and price but are worth the convenience of not having to search for places to charge equipment.

Purchase a charging only cable that does not allow the receipt of data from outside/unknown sources.

For additional security hints visit https://www.fcc.gov

Safe travels to all who are going on adventures and Happy Summer to everyone.