Hello,
I just bought a Toshiba laptop that has WiFi built in for use when I travel. All I want to do is check my emails and maybe search the internet for directions for my Tom Tom. Whenever, I open the WiFi network, I can get only unsecured connections.

I plan to use it in motels that I stay at...I thought that they would offer secure connections, but a friend tells me that I can get the key to connect, but even when she does that...it comes up an unsecured connection.

How can I get a secure connection? Is there a secure way to connect to WiFi hotspots? My laptop came with Norton 360 good for 60 days. I saw where AVG offers an Internet Security software program...will that keep me secure in hot spots even if I can only connect to an unsecured network?

I don't have a cell phone per say...I use TracPhone and pay as I go. At home I have Verizon DSL for my computer. All I want to be able to do is read my mail and surf a little, but without getting hacked into.

Can anyone help me? Thank you so very much...I'll be awaiting your replies. Dannie

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