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Cubicle Life, Featured, Techy Geek · January 27, 2012

Be Careful Before Using Your Tablet at Work: You Could Be Fired


I think we can all agree that having a tablet makes it convenient to be able to to surf the web and conduct business online while on the go. I don’t know what I would do without my tablets, and I love the flexibility it gives me. Recently, I received a letter from a reader who wanted to know if they could be fired for using their tablet at work since it wasn’t outlined in the Employee Handbook, and it got me to thinking.

Anytime you are using technology in the office, you should do so with caution.

As a former HR manager, I had to make sure that our employees adhered to our policies and procedures. We had strict rules about the use of cellphones in the office, and would discipline or terminate anyone who was caught not following these guidelines. Tablets are the newest wave to enter the workforce, but bringing it to work may not be such a good idea (unless it is work issued of course).

Why?

Well, if you are using your tablet with the wifi connection provided by your employer, it is almost like using your computer at your desk. Any information transmitted over this signal can be seen by your employer. They can still tell what sites you are visiting and block sites that are not work safe. Using the wifi at work on your personal device is still using work property.

Emails, web visits, and other information can be visible when using your tablet at work. And if you are doing so even on your own time (lunch, breaks, etc.) still may be in breach of the rules of wifi use.

So be careful when using your tablet at work. And beware that Big Brother is still watching, even when you are using your own technology.

 


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Comments

  1. Sandra Simms says

    January 27, 2012 at 10:28 am

    OMG!!!! I have never thought about this. You are soooo right!!!! A few months ago a co-worker of mine got fired for viewing porn sites. It came to light that my co-worker had bought his own computer from home to work to work on homework during his lunch break. No one understood why he would be fired for that since it was his own computer and he wasn’t using it for porn sites at the time. He informed us that they said he was using their wi-fi so they were able to see all the sites he had visited while he was at home but since he was at work it was basically as if he was using the work computer. Unfortunately he was fired and it was sad. I too use my ipad 2 at work and will definitely be much more cautious now! Thanks Cubicle Chick 🙂

    Reply
    • The Cubicle Chick says

      January 27, 2012 at 2:47 pm

      Sandra, yes, be extra careful. And when browsing sites, try to use your mobile coverage or tether from your phone. That way, you cannot be accused of using the company’s bandwidth for personal use. Thanks for commenting.

      Reply
  2. Aisha G of HartlynKids says

    January 27, 2012 at 11:18 am

    Good tip and great point. That’s why I use my phone’s hot spot 🙂
    Lol

    Reply
    • The Cubicle Chick says

      January 27, 2012 at 2:48 pm

      Aisha, you are on the right track with using your phone as a hot spot. Make sure that your phone has a secured connection and is password protected. 🙂

      Reply
  3. clara says

    November 14, 2014 at 12:14 pm

    Yep this is true.. I was actually fired today ..because I used my personal phone and was hooke up to the company’s Wi-Fi even though my apps are always on was told i was surfing the internet and accessing sites on company time. They said they could see every thing I do.

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Mimosas, beignets, and Benedicts, oh my! Brunch is Mimosas, beignets, and Benedicts, oh my! Brunch is my absolute favorite meal and @louieswinedive in Clayton treated us so well! I will definitely be back. 

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Brunch vibes. #latergram #brunch #stl #stlouis Brunch vibes. #latergram #brunch #stl #stlouis
A generous heart is always open, always ready to r A generous heart is always open, always ready to receive our going and coming. In the midst of such love, we need never fear abandonment. This is the most precious gift true love offers – the experience of knowing we always belong.” — bell hooks
One more week before she goes back to school for h One more week before she goes back to school for her second semester. Reppin #stl and @seriessixcompany. 

#stlouis #collegekid #stlmade #mykid
Flower arranging has become the self-care I didn’t know I needed. It’s a tranquil and relaxing experience for me. Get into it. 💐 #traderjoes #flowers #therapy #selfcare
It was about a mellow mood & self-care for me toda It was about a mellow mood & self-care for me today as I spent the first day of the year taking care of my mind, body, and soul. It went something like this…. #newyear #selfcare #overforty #fortyish
We made it a family night at @stlouiswheelpark. A We made it a family night at @stlouiswheelpark. A time was had and memories were made. Grateful that I got some extra days with these guys (thanks Southwest—now run my son back his reimbursement 😂).
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