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At Home:
Use energy efficient light bulbs—such as LEDs (light-emitting diode) or compact fluorescent bulbs— where possible.
August 2009
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DHS Secure Flight reaches milestone
As a reminder, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secure Flight program will be reaching a milestone as of August 15. According to the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Secure Flight requires that domestic aircraft operators request and collect passengers’ date of birth and gender as of August 15, 2009 for their domestic flights (in addition to the previously required element of full name as shown on the government-issued identification the traveler plans to use at the airport.)
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Be aware—and beware—of Wi-Fi fraud
Business travelers and vacationers alike are falling prey to a rising trend in crime: the cybercriminal. With the ubiquitous use of Internet search tools and email; and the offering of Wi-Fi at airports, airlines, and hotels as a standard amenity, an environment ripe for hackers has been created.
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CWT Traveler wants to know
CWT Traveler would like to give readers the opportunity to weigh in on topics of relevance to travelers. Each month highlights a single survey question, and the following month reveals the results. Readers also have the option to submit potential survey questions to be highlighted in future issues of CWT Traveler. August’s question is below, along with the link to submit a response.
When traveling for business, do you ever use public Wi-Fi networks in airports, hotel lobbies, or other public spaces?
- Yes
- No
Submit your response here.
July survey results
The July survey question and results were as follows:
In response to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Secure Flight program, do you plan to provide your full name, date of birth and gender information when making airline reservations?
- 87% responded “Yes”
- 3% responded “No”
- 1% responded “Maybe”
- 3% responded “I’m unfamiliar with the program and its requirements”
- 6% responded “Other”
