A data plan and a Wi-Fi network basically let you do the same thing: use the Internet wirelessly. Wi-Fi in your home can be secured. But free Wi-Fi from your favorite mall, airport or grocery store, although may be secure to outside hackers, may be collecting data from your device. but remember who is paying for the service. Using your data plan does not require connection to the Wi-Fi hot-spot. When you are paying for the service, data plans or your own router and Wi-Fi you can limit the amount of activity or behavior activity that is collects.
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Today when you use a wi-fi network to they have the ability to collect more than your browsing history while using their connect. Today algorithms are being created to predict your behavior using your location data while connected to their network.
So just to be safe:
- Looking for security, use your data plan.
- When you’re streaming lots of movies and music to your tablet or engaging in other data-heavy activities, it makes sense to use Wi-Fi, if it’s available and trustworthy.
- But if you’re checking work email or balancing your checkbook on the road, consider turning off Wi-Fi and using your data plan to protect your privacy.