[RESOLVED] Is it safe to use hotel internet connections?

[Carolyn@iBAHN]

As well as using a VPN, the safest option if using wireless would be the extra security offered by Wireless Protected Access (WPA). As the security protocol of the Wi-Fi Alliance it’s the best out there (see http://www.wi-fi.org/). Some but not all wireless providers offer the option to select WPA when you log in, for no extra charge.

To fink’s comments on wired connections – any other person within the hotel building could in theory intercept your connection if it’s not properly protected (not just hotel employees). You need a provider like iBAHN who offers a fully secure system, even between rooms, to be sure your data is safe.

[broadley]

Thanks for all the advice. The idea of using the Comodo TrustConnect software sounds like good advice, especially if I have to use a wireless connection. I use WPA but the VPN alternative seems good.