Tethering to your phone's cellular connection avoids public Wi-Fi entirely and is far harder for nearby attackers to intercept. When in doubt, your own hotspot is usually the safer choice.
“Your own hotspot beats a stranger's free Wi-Fi.”
Your Phone's Hotspot Is Safer
The takeaway
Cellular data beats a sketchy free network.
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