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# Don’t Let the Summer Heat Ruin Your Technology
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Monday, 17 June 2024
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Summer is a time for fun and relaxation, not tech-related stress. To ensure your devices are safe from cybersecurity threats and weather-related issues, we’ve compiled some essential tips.
## Protecting Your Devices While Traveling
Your summer adventures are too valuable to risk. Here’s how to protect your technology from cyberthreats:
### Update Before You Go
Ensure all your software is up-to-date before you head out. Updates fix vulnerabilities that hackers could exploit and help you avoid using unsecured hotel Wi-Fi or wasting mobile data on updates.
### Avoid Public Wi-Fi
Assume public networks are compromised. If you must use them, stick to secure websites (look for https in the URL), use a virtual private network (VPN), and never share sensitive information.
### Backup Your Data
Always back up your data before traveling. Sync your mobile data with another device to safeguard against loss, theft, or damage.
### Utilize Tracking Features
Modern devices often have built-in tracking features. Enable these to locate your device if it is lost or stolen.
## Keeping Your Devices Cool
Hot weather can be tough on technology. Follow these tips to keep your devices cool:
### Ensure Proper Ventilation
Give your devices a few inches of breathing room and clear vents to help internal cooling systems work efficiently.
### Avoid Direct Sunlight
Keep devices out of direct sunlight and, if possible, in a cool environment with a fan or air conditioning. Lower levels of your home are often cooler.
### Keep Devices Clean
Dust and debris can clog fans and vents, reducing cooling efficiency. To maintain proper airflow, regularly clean your devices with compressed air.
### Power Down if Overheating
If a device overheats, turn it off and disconnect the power. Wait for it to cool before turning it back on. Use the tips above to prevent future overheating.
Stay tuned for more insights and tips to manage your technology better. Return to our blog soon.
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Tony Underwood, Founder and President of Cambium Data Inc. has proven himself as one of the top internetworking experts in the industry. Mr. Underwood began his IT career in 1991 in the US Navy working on critical military computer systems. He grew his computer and networking knowledge through a number of different IT jobs from desktop support all the way up to leading the Network Engineering organization of a multi-billion dollar international company. Mr Underwood was recognized as Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert [\#7112](https://connect.directive.com/v4_6_release/services/system_io/Service/fv_sr100_request.rails?service_recid=7112&companyName=Dti) in March of 2001 and in 2022 he achieved the lifetime status of Cisco CCIE Emeritus
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