Things to do when use public computer

Public Computer is the computer that we can find it libraries, Internet cafes, airports, copy shops and other place that allow people to access internet. It is very convinience, but we must take precoution. Here are the precoution list.

Don't ever save your logon information. Always log out of Web sites by clicking "log out" on the site. It's not enough to simply close the browser window or type in another address.

Don't leave the computer unattended with sensitive information on the screen. If you have to leave the public computer for a while, log out of all programs and close all windows that might display sensitive information.

Don't forget to erase your tracks. Web browsers such as Internet Explorer keep a record of your passwords and every page you visit, even after you've closed them and logged out. Click here for more.

Don't enter sensitive information into a public computer.

These measures provide some protection against casual hackers who use a public computer after you have.

But keep in mind that an industrious thief might have installed sophisticated software on the public computer that records every keystroke and then e-mails that information back to the thief.

Then it doesn't matter if you haven't saved your information or if you've erased your tracks. They still have access to this information.

If you really want to be safe, avoid typing your credit card number or any other financial or otherwise sensitive information into any public computer.

And lastly watch for over-the-shoulder snoops.

When you use a public computer, be on the look out for thieves who look over your shoulder or watch as you enter sensitive passwords to collect your information.

From: Computer Networking Solutions