Here's a list of several key tips that will help you to keep your Mac laptop safe while traveling this summer:
• In System Preferences / Accounts / Login Options, first make sure to disable Automatic Login. At the same time, also check to make sure that the Administrator account(s) on your Mac have strong passwords with at least 8 characters.
• In System Preferences / Security / General, click the Checkbox to require a Password after Sleep or the Screen Saver begins.
• In System Preferences / Sharing, unclick (turn off) the Checkbox next to File Sharing, Screen Sharing and Remote Management.
• If possible, use a VPN to secure your internet connection. Witopia offers secure VPN services at excellent prices as low as $39. / year.