I recently got a used Anker Bluetooth keyboard for free, but before I start using it, I want to make sure it's safe. What should I check or do to ensure it's secure against any potential issues?
3 Answers
Honestly, the safest way is to just avoid using it if you're really concerned. But it'd help to clarify what you mean by 'safe'. Are we talking about physical cleanliness or security from malware?
If you're worried about germs or dirt, you could take it apart and clean it with soapy water. If disassembly isn't an option, using pressurized air to blow out the dust and wiping the surface with a disinfectant should help!
Just go ahead and use it! It's just a keyboard. Unless you're expecting some wild danger, there's not much risk here. Most issues like keyloggers are pretty rare with hardware like this.
But still, isn't there a chance for viruses or something like that?